Mahle returns for Rangers

AMERICAN LEAGUE


Texas Rangers
NEWS: The Rangers activated RHP Tyler Mahle from the IL and optioned LHP Walter Pennington to AAA-Round Rock.
IMPACT: High 
BHQ SPIN: As expected. Mahle got the start on Tuesday (8/6) vs. HOU, going 5 innings and allowing just one run. We’ve been inching his PT up anticipating this return, so only a minor uptick was needed here (with a corresponding minor cut for Pennington). Given that this is Mahle’s first MLB work in more than a year post-Tommy John surgery, keep expectations for IP (and, likely, results) in check. 
Truesdell

Los Angeles Angels
NEWS: UT Luis Rengifo underwent surgery on his right wrist and will miss the remainder of the season.
IMPACT: Medium
BHQ SPIN: This was not entirely...

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