Jacob deGrom Returns for Home Start

Jacob deGrom made a strong return to the mound for the Texas Rangers, allowing one run over three innings in a game against the Seattle Mariners, where he struck out five batters and averaged 97.6 mph on his fastball. This marked his first home start since April 2023 following a lengthy recovery from elbow surgery. DeGrom's only earned run came from a solo home run by Josh Rojas, but overall, he was pleased with his pitching performance, noting improvements in his mechanics and pitch command. Rangers' manager Bruce Bochy expressed confidence in deGrom's continued improvement as he shakes off the rust. Despite the strong outing, the Rangers lost the game 8-2. DeGrom is scheduled for another start next week against the Angels, as he continues to build his innings after a lengthy injury layoff.