Rangers Closer Luke Jackson Injured by 111-MPH Line Drive

Texas Rangers closer Luke Jackson was injured after being hit by a 111-mph comeback liner on the right hand during the ninth inning of the Rangers' 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies. Although X-rays were negative, Rangers manager Bruce Bochy reported significant swelling in Jackson's right hand, indicating a possible stint on the injured list with further evaluation expected. The ball struck Jackson on the only pitch he threw in the inning, resulting in an infield single for the Rockies' Ryan McMahon, who hit the liner. Jacob Webb replaced Jackson and successfully closed out the game. Meanwhile, the Rangers continued to deal with shortstop Corey Seager's hamstring soreness, keeping him out of the lineup for the fourth time in five games. Jackson, who has eight saves this season with a 5.54 ERA, had 13 innings pitched during his second stint with the Rangers.