Rangers Place Pitcher Chris Martin on 15-Day Injured List for Shoulder Fatigue

The Texas Rangers have placed veteran right-handed reliever Chris Martin on the 15-day injured list retroactive to May 19 due to right shoulder fatigue, following persistent arm issues. Martin experienced discomfort in his elbow earlier in the week, but imaging was negative, allowing him to pitch briefly before the shoulder soreness forced his removal after just one pitch in a recent game. Despite his injuries, Martin has been highly effective this season, posting a 1.83 ERA with 23 strikeouts and minimal walks across 22 appearances, making him a key setup man for the Rangers. The team has called up righty Cole Winn from Triple-A Round Rock to fill Martin's roster spot. Martin's heavy workload, including pitching on three consecutive days recently, likely contributed to the arm fatigue, and the Rangers are exercising caution given his age and recent arm pain. The move comes as the Rangers begin a six-game road trip, during which Martin will be sidelined for at least a couple of weeks.