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Veteran righty Chris Martin designated for assignment by Rangers, who trade for lefty
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· August 3, 2026
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Key takeaway The newly acquired pitcher is a 25-year-old rookie who has already made his big league debut.
A change has been made to the Texas Rangers' roster. The team has acquired a new left-handed pitcher. This move comes after a veteran player was removed from the active roster due to injury issues.
The newly acquired pitcher is a 25-year-old rookie who has already made his big league debut. He was obtained in a trade with another team. Further details about the trade and the players involved are available from NBC DFW.
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Category: arts ·
Published: August 3, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
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