The Texas Rangers have moved outfielder Evan Carter to the 10-day injured list on Saturday after he sustained an oblique injury. The team brought up utility player Cody Freeman from Triple-A Round Rock to take his place on the roster.
Carter left Friday’s matchup with the Boston Red Sox because of right oblique discomfort. The injury has since been diagnosed as a right oblique strain.
This season, Carter has contributed six home runs, 21 RBIs, 10 stolen bases and posted a .172/.292/.321 batting line for the Rangers. However, his most valuable contribution has been his exceptional defense in center field. According to Baseball Savant, he ranks in the 94th percentile for Fielding Run Value.
Freeman appeared in 36 games for the Rangers during the previous season, posting a .228 batting average along with three home runs and 15 RBIs. This year in Triple-A, he’s performing well with a .341 batting average, two home runs and 11 RBIs across 10 games, and went 1-for-2 in his single appearance for Texas.
The versatile player has major league experience at left field, right field, second base, and third base.
In additional roster moves, Texas brought up right-handed pitcher Joe Ross from Triple-A Round Rock while sending right-hander Luis Curvelo down to the same club. The team also designated right-hander Michel Otanez for assignment.
