The Rangers outrighted Dane Dunning to Triple-A Round Rock.

Fantasy Impact

Dunning was placed on outright waivers last week where he went unclaimed. He will open the season in Triple-A Round Rock.

The Rangers placed Dane Dunning on outright waivers Sunday, per team updates, opening him to league claims or a potential minor-league assignment if unclaimed.

Fantasy Impact

Dunning’s 5.31 ERA and 91:40 K:BB in 95 innings last year, plus 10 runs in 11 spring frames, lead to his Sunday waiver placement by the Rangers, risking a minors stint. The 30-year-old’s stock dips. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues might stash him, banking on a rebound for a 2025 role if claimed or he refines his game in the minors.

The Rangers and Dane Dunning have agreed to a one-year, $2.66M contract to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

Dunning struggled in 2024, posting a 5.30 ERA and a 1.44 WHIP in 26 games last season. He pitched in the rotation and the bullpen last season, so his role likely will not be determined until spring training.

Dane Dunning struggled through just 3 2/3 innings, allowing two earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five in Saturday's 8-4 loss to the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact

This performance underscores a troubling season for Dunning, whose ERA nudged further north to an unappealing 5.36. His inability to pitch deep into games, coupled with a high WHIP of 1.46, continues to erode his fantasy viability. While his strikeout rate remains decent at 8.6 K/9, the lack of control and propensity for allowing hits are red flags. Fantasy managers should view Dunning as a risky play.

The Rangers recalled Dane Dunning from Triple-A Round Rock.

Fantasy Impact

Dunning made a few starts in Triple-A. He'll close the season in a middle relief role for Texas.