Rangers Reinstate Carter, DFA McKinney

The Texas Rangers reinstated outfielder Evan Carter from the bereavement list ahead of their series against the San Diego Padres, with Carter immediately returning to center field and batting fifth. Carter is hitting .283 with four home runs, 11 RBI, and eight stolen bases in 32 games this season. In a corresponding move, outfielder Billy McKinney was designated for assignment after going 1-for-7 with a walk over two games. The Rangers, currently one game under .500 and two games out of a Wild Card spot, trail the Houston Astros by nine games in the AL West. Carter's return is seen as a key factor in the team's bid to spark a turnaround and contend for the postseason. The team has seven days to trade, release, or outright McKinney to the minors.