Josh Smith
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5. Mai 2026
Sidelined by glute strain
The Rangers placed Smith on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a right glute strain.
Analyse
It's unclear when Smith was injured, as he played all nine innings of the Rangers' last game Sunday against the Tigers. He will be eligible for activation May 15, though the club did not reveal a timetable for Smith's return to action. Ezequiel Duran will serve as the Rangers' primary second baseman while Smith is shelved.
1. Mai 2026
Sitting again Friday
Smith is out of the lineup for Friday's game versus the Tigers.
Analyse
It's the second straight game on the bench for the 28-year-old, both of which have come against a right-handed starter. Smith has a .193/.306/.217 slash line with just two extra-base hits through 98 plate appearances this season, and it appears those struggles have started to affect his playing time. Ezequiel Duran is again starting at second base Friday for Texas.