Rangers Place Chris Martin On Injured Lis

The Rangers placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to May 19, with shoulder fatigue. Righty was recalled from Triple-A Round Rock in the corresponding move. Martin was removed from Sundays game against the Astros after throwing one pitch. That was the result of shoulder sorene s, though it came le s than a week after Texas had sent him for imaging after he experienced elbow discomfort. Martin did not end up mi sing any time with the elbow sorene s after testing came back negative. The team has downplayed their concern over the shoulder i sue as well, but its sensible that theyll give him a couple weeks after a pair of arm i sues in such rapid succe sion. This will also serve as a potentially nece sary rest opportunity for the veteran righty. Joakim Noah Jersey Martin has made 22 appearances this season, two off the MLB lead. Hed pitched five times between May 11 and 18 alone, including on three straight days from May 11-13. Thats a lot to ask of any pitcher, especially one who is a couple weeks from his 39th birthday. Its also a testament to Martins continued effectivene s. He has turned in a 1.83 ERA acro s 19 2/3 innings. Martin has punched out 23 of 77 opposing hitters (29.9%) while remaining one of the sports best control artists. He has only i sued one unintentional walk all year. Martin has collected nine holds and one save without blowing a lead. Hes alongside and as Bruce Bochys most trusted setup arms in front of closer . reported the moves shortly before the team announcement. Kawhi Leonard Jersey