BOONE, N.C. — The Texas Rangers called up Appalachian State alum Jeffrey Springs to the big leagues Tuesday, giving the left-handed relief pitcher his first experience in "The Show."
The promotion of the 25-year-old Springs, who was primarily a starter on the mound for App State from 2012-15, coincided with roster moves made by the Rangers before the trade deadline.
Since moving to the bullpen midway through the 2017 season, when he was pitching for the High-A Down East Wood Ducks, Springs has totaled 134 strikeouts and just 24 walks in 79 innings.
The second-youngest of 15 pitchers to receive a non-roster invitation to the Rangers' big league camp this spring, he began the 2018 season pitching for the Double A Frisco RoughRiders and was promoted to the Triple A Round Rock Express in mid-June.