Jacob Latz returned to the Rangers and could win a spot in the bullpen.

Fantasy Impact

Latz was sent down to minor-league camp in early March, but general manager Chris Young stated that he is under consideration for a multi-innings relief role. He posted a 3.71 ERA and a 1.51 WHIP in 46 outings with the Rangers last season.

The Rangers optioned Jacob Latz to Triple-A Round Rock on Sunday, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Latz, 28, was one of three Opening Day bullpen hopefuls—alongside Walter Pennington and Cole Winn—sent down, coming off a 2024 with Texas where he posted a 3.71 ERA and 1.51 WHIP over 43.2 innings in 46 relief stints. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues can hold off; his solid relief work needs a roster crack to shine.

The Rangers activated Jacob Latz from the injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Round Rock.

Fantasy Impact

Latz has been sidelined since the first week of August. He'll head back to Triple-A.

The Rangers have placed Jacob Latz on the 15-day IL with left forearm tightness.

Fantasy Impact

Latz will likely be sent out for more testing, but the Rangers do not believe that he will require surgery. Brock Burke was recalled in a corresponding move.

Rangers starter Jake Latz allowed three runs over 4.2 innings of work while making his MLB debut against the Indians on Wednesday evening. His final line included five hits, zero walks, four strikeouts, three homers, and the loss as Texas ultimately fell to Cleveland by a score of 7-2.

Fantasy Impact

Latz had his contract selected on Wednesday. He owned a 4.69 ERA at Double-A and had allowed seven runs over nine innings at Triple-A.