The Texas Rangers have placed closer Ian Kennedy on the 10 day injured list retroactive to June 6 with a left hamstring strain. To take his place on the active roster, the Rangers have purchased the contract of relief pitcher Spencer Patton. As the 40 man roster was at 39 after Khris Davis was designated for assignment yesterday, no move was necessary to open a 40 man roster spot.
Kennedy has done stellar work as the Rangers’ closer this season, but the Rangers haven’t had much use for a closer lately. Still, one has to hope that Kennedy will be back quickly, as he has been an asset in the bullpen, and if nothing else, he should be able to bring a prospect back at the trade deadline if he continues to pitch well.