Arlington, Texas, August 22, 2025
News Summary
The Texas Rangers have activated right-hander Jacob Webb from the 15-day injured list, bolstering their bullpen after a strong performance in a recent game against the Kansas City Royals. Webb’s return follows three rehab outings at Triple-A Round Rock, during which he regained strength. His activation means Caleb Boushley has been optioned back to Round Rock after a rocky start. The Rangers showcased a solid bullpen effort with six shutout innings in their 6-3 victory, which slightly lifted their postseason chances.
Arlington, Texas — The Texas Rangers activated right-hander Jacob Webb from the 15-day injured list on Thursday, returning a veteran bullpen arm to a relief corps that delivered a strong performance in a 6-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals.
Key developments
Webb, who missed the last three weeks with back spasms, was reinstated after completing three rehab outings with Triple-A Round Rock, the most recent of which took place on Tuesday. He replaces right-hander Caleb Boushley, who was optioned back to Triple-A Round Rock after a start that included a three-run home run allowed early but improved as he worked through the Royals lineup a second time.
The Rangers bullpen combined for six shutout innings in the win, with Jake Latz, Shawn Armstrong and Hoby Milner handling the middle and late innings to hold Kansas City scoreless over a prolonged stretch and help preserve the lead.
Player status and statistics
Jacob Webb, 31, has been a frequent workhorse for the Rangers when healthy. Prior to the injury, Webb ranked fourth on the team in appearances with 42 games and had logged 48 innings with a 3.75 ERA this season. His activation comes with him approximately 8 2/3 innings shy of the career high in innings pitched that he set last year.
Webb’s three rehab outings at Triple-A Round Rock were used to rebuild arm strength and to confirm his readiness for big-league action. The roster move sending Boushley to Round Rock was made to clear space for Webb’s return.
Game summary and notable plays
The 6-3 game featured several key offensive moments from both clubs, including home runs by Kansas City players Vinny Pasquantino and Bobby Witt Jr., but the Rangers bullpen’s extended stretch of scoreless innings proved decisive in securing the win. The Rangers also suffered multiple base-running mistakes during the game, errors that required the bullpen and offense to overcome in preserving the victory.
The win came while the Rangers’ postseason probability had been at a season low of 7.9% before the game, offering at least a short-term lift in the standings and statistical projections.
Other roster and recovery notes
The Rangers may soon have another right-hander back in the mix. Chris Martin, sidelined with a left calf strain, is progressing in his recovery and is scheduled to throw a live batting-practice session on Saturday as part of his return-to-play timeline. If Martin’s live session goes as planned, he could rejoin the bullpen depth chart in the near future.
Managerial and team context
Interim manager Luis Ureta was in charge during the club’s interim period and guided the team to the recent victory. The activation of Webb and the potential return of Martin are moves aimed at stabilizing the bullpen as the Rangers navigate the remaining schedule and aim to improve their postseason outlook.
Background and implications
Jacob Webb’s return restores a reliable late-inning option who has been a frequent contributor this season. His season workload—42 appearances and 48 innings—illustrates the level of trust placed in him before the injury. The bullpen’s six shutout innings in this game underscored the importance of bullpen depth, particularly as the team copes with intermittent injuries and roster juggling between the majors and Triple-A.
Optioning Caleb Boushley back to Triple-A Round Rock reflects the club’s short-term response to a rough outing while maintaining a larger plan to balance pitcher workloads and readiness across levels. The timing of Chris Martin’s live batting-practice session will be monitored closely as the Rangers evaluate additional reinforcements for the bullpen.
FAQ
Who was activated from the injured list?
Right-hander Jacob Webb was activated from the 15-day injured list after recovering from back spasms and completing three rehab outings with Triple-A Round Rock.
Who was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock?
Caleb Boushley was optioned back to Triple-A Round Rock after allowing a three-run homer in his start, though he limited damage on his second trip through the opposing lineup.
How did the Rangers’ bullpen perform in the game?
Jake Latz, Shawn Armstrong and Hoby Milner combined to pitch six shutout innings in the Rangers’ 6-3 win over the Kansas City Royals.
What are Jacob Webb’s season stats?
Through the season to date, Webb had appeared in 42 games, logged 48 innings and had a 3.75 ERA. He is 8 2/3 innings shy of his career-high innings total from last year.
When might Chris Martin return?
Chris Martin, recovering from a left calf strain, is scheduled to throw a live batting-practice session on Saturday as part of his return timeline; availability will depend on his response to the session.
Did the Rangers’ playoff chances improve?
The Rangers’ playoff probability had been reported at a season low of 7.9% before the win; the victory and improved bullpen performance could affect projections, but longer-term outcomes depend on upcoming results and roster health.
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Additional Resources
- MLB: Game Summary
- ESPN: Game Recap
- Kansas City Star: Royals Article
- Dallas News: Rangers Update
- Wikipedia: Texas Rangers (baseball)
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