In a big change for Texas Rangers pitching, right-hander Chris Martin joins the 15‑day Injured List. He suffers from right shoulder fatigue. This news comes before the series opener against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. It raises doubts about the bullpen depth.
Martin has been a strong part of the team. He left last Sunday’s game against the Houston Astros after one pitch. His exit came suddenly in an otherwise good season. At 38, he holds a 1.83 ERA over 19.2 innings. He carries a 0‑4 record and one save from 22 relief outings. His numbers rank him high among American League relievers. He posts a strikeout to walk ratio of 7.67, with 23 strikeouts to just 3 walks.
Over ten years, Martin played for many teams. He spent time with the Colorado Rockies, New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, Atlanta Braves, Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Boston Red Sox. His time in Texas spans several seasons. He built ties with the Arlington community and learned the team’s ways.
To fill the gap, the club called up right-hander Cole Winn from Triple‑A Round Rock. The 25‑year‑old returns to the major league roster after a short break. He impressed when he last took the mound. In his debut, he pitched 2.1 innings without letting a run score against the Astros. With the Round Rock Express, he has not allowed an earned run in his last 12 outings. This run‑free stretch earned him the title of Rangers Minor League Reliever of the Month for April.
Winn now faces a key role as the team depends on its bullpen. The team still works with a 40‑man roster while dealing with injuries and shifting player performance as they fight to stay competitive.
With Martin sidelined, eyes turn to Winn and his new chance—a clear sign of the depth and skill within the Rangers’ pitching staff.