Two former Rangers pitchers DFA’d Sunday

While the Texas Rangers had a disappointing day on Sunday, what with the 4-3 loss to the Astros, two pitchers who were with the Texas Rangers recently had even worse days — both Kyle Gibson of the Baltimore Orioles and Chris Stratton of the Kansas City Royals were designated for assignment.

Gibson, who was with the Rangers from 2020 until he was traded to the Phillies at the deadline in 2021, signed a one year deal with Baltimore for 2023, and actually pitched against the Rangers in the Wild Card Series that year. He was an eater of innings for the Cards in 2024, then re-signed with Baltimore late in the spring this season to help fortify a shaky rotation.

Gibson made three tune-up starts in…