Rangers Option Curvelo to Minors, Release Haggerty After Struggles

The Texas Rangers made significant roster moves following their recent game, opting to send relief pitcher Luis Curvelo to AAA Round Rock. This decision comes after Curvelo’s brief stint with the big league club, where he made three appearances. The team also announced the release of utility man Sam Haggerty, who had been designated for assignment to accommodate Elias Diaz on the active roster.

Curvelo joined the Rangers just a week prior, stepping in when Gavin Collyer was sent down and Chris Martin was placed on the 15-day injured list. During his time with the team, Curvelo faced challenges on the mound, including a notable incident in Saturday’s blowout loss where he left the game after taking a comebacker to the leg. However, he managed to pitch a scoreless inning in Sunday’s victory. Despite concerns about his health, the Rangers opted to utilize him for innings before his demotion became official.

As for filling Curvelo’s spot on the roster, the Rangers have yet to announce a move, but reports suggest that Cole Winn is poised to return. Winn has been on the injured list since May 24 but recently threw 16 pitches for Round Rock during a rehab assignment. He is eligible to be activated today, although the team may delay the official announcement until tomorrow, taking advantage of an off day.

Haggerty’s release marks the end of his time with the Rangers after a lackluster performance this season. Following a solid 2025 season in a platoon role, he returned to the team to serve as a right-handed bat but struggled significantly at the plate. His batting averages against both righties and lefties were disappointing, leading to the Rangers exploring other options for their short-side platoon. Currently, Justin Foscue and Michael Helman are filling those roles, but the effectiveness of these players moving forward remains uncertain.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.