Texas Rangers transactions: Pedro Payano has been recalled from AAA Nashville today, and will be pitching as the “starter” behind Brett Martin’s opener. To make room for Payano on the active roster, the Rangers have optioned first baseman Ronald Guzman to AAA Nashville.
The move of Payano was expected, as Chris Woodward had said he would be called up to pitch today, with the only question being who would be sent down to make room for him. Unfortunately, the decision to option Guzman isn’t really a surprise.