Alexi Ogando allowed three runs in four innings Friday against the Padres.

He allowed just two hits on the night, but they were costly, as they both left the yard. Ogando will wrap up the spring with a solid 3.55 ERA in seven appearances, but it's a bit discouraging that he issued 15 walks in 25 1/3 innings. Still, he makes for an intriguing sleeper now that he's getting another shot as a starter. He'll make his season debut next Wednesday against the Astros.

Alexi Ogando pitched six scoreless innings in Sunday's win against the Reds.

It was by far his most effective Cactus League start. He allowed just three hits, struck out five, and was removed after 82 pitches. Ogando's strikeout potential makes him an intriguing target in the middle rounds of fantasy drafts. He posted a 2.95 ERA in six appearances this spring.

Alexi Ogando struggled a bit in Tuesday's loss to the Cubs, surrendering three runs on five hits over his five innings of work.

Ogando also walked a pair while striking out three in the contest. All of the damage against him stemmed from his inability to keep the ball in the yard, as Alfonso Soriano connected for a two-run homer in the first, and Darwin Barney added a solo shot in the second inning. His upside in strikeouts makes him an intriguing target in the middle rounds of mixed leagues.

Alexi Ogando walked three but held the Brewers scoreless over four innings Tuesday.

He gave up two hits and struck out three. Ogando got off to a slow start this spring, but he's come on his last couple times out and has shown improved velocity. He holds plenty of mixed league appeal in his move back into the Rangers' rotation.

Alexi Ogando struck out six while pitching three innings of one-run ball in Wednesday's win over the Cubs.

He gave up two hits and issued two free passes. It's a much welcomed improvement after Ogando struggled his first two times out this spring. His velocity was also up where we're used to seeing it after it was down a bit the last two appearances.

Alexi Ogando was a little shaky Wednesday against the White Sox, allowing two unearned runs on three hits and two walks.

Ogando struck out one batter. The right-hander's velocity has been down a bit so far this spring, but it shouldn't be too much of a concern at this point. Ogando is making the move back into the Rangers' rotation this season.

Alexi Ogando is on the provisional roster for the Dominican Republic for the World Baseball Classic, but he has informed the Rangers that he will not play.

Ogando is making the move back to the rotation in 2013 after spending last season in the bullpen, so his focus is on getting ready for the regular season. Rosters for the World Baseball Classic don't have to be finalized until February 20, so there's still time for a replacement to be named for the Dominican Republic team.

Rangers general manager Jon Daniels said Friday that the club has informed Alexi Ogando that he will be a starting pitcher in 2013.

This has been the suspicion for a while now, but it's finally official. Ogando was a real weapon out of the bullpen for the Rangers this season, but he posted a promising 3.56 ERA and 124/43 K/BB ratio in 29 starts back in 2011. He figures to be on many sleeper lists in fantasy drafts next spring.

According to MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan, the Rangers are "determined" to put Alexi Ogando back in the rotation.

Which is something that should excite fantasy baseball enthusiasts. Ogando registered a cool 3.51 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 126/43 K/BB ratio across 169 innings as a starter in 2011, and has the stuff to improve that strikeout rate in his second taste of rotation duty. He could be a real sleeper in fantasy drafts next spring.

Alexi Ogando is hoping to open next year in the Rangers' starting rotation.

With Ryan Dempster a free agent after the season, the Rangers will need to fill their pitching staff behind Yu Darvish, Matt Harrison, and Derek Holland. Ogando and Martin Perez figure to be top in-house candidates to replace Dempster. Justin Grimm could also be given an extended look in spring training.

Alexi Ogando (biceps) tossed 1 1/3 shutout frames in Monday's win over the Indians.

Ogando hadn't pitched since last Wednesday due to right biceps soreness. The extra rest was just a precaution. The 28-year-old right-hander has an excellent 2.97 ERA and 56/14 K/BB ratio over 57 2/3 innings this year.

Alexi Ogando returned to action on Tuesday September 11.

Alexi Ogando (arm) said that he's feeling fine, but he is unlikely to be used on Saturday.

Ogando has been battling a sore biceps muscle since Wednesday. It's not a major concern yet for the Rangers.

With Joe Nathan still resting, Alexi Ogando filled in again on Saturday and picked up his second straight save in the Rangers' victory over the Royals.

It wasn't as smooth as Friday night as he allowed a pair of singles, but Ogando was still able to effectively convert the save. The Rangers have decided to leave him in his bullpen role for the time being, and he should continue to be a very effective fallback option behind Joe Nathan.

Alexi Ogando will stay in his bullpen role.

The Rangers were considering stretching Ogando out, but they acquired Ryan Dempster from the Cubs at Tuesday's trade deadline to help with their rotation issues. Roy Oswalt has been moved to long relief.

Rangers activated RHP Alexi Ogando from the 15-day disabled list.

It was originally reported that Ogando would rejoin the Rangers on Tuesday, so it's possible Koji Uehara (lat) will also be activated from the disabled list. Ogando returns after missing six weeks with a right groin strain. A corresponding roster move has yet to be announced.

Alexi Ogando (groin) tossed a scoreless inning Thursday in his first minor league rehab appearance with Triple-A Round Rock.

Ogando struck out two and threw 10 out of 15 pitches for strikes. "I feel 100 percent," said Ogando. "I'm working on it and I'm still a little tender in some places, but I did a good job." Ogando is scheduled to throw two innings on Saturday and is likely to rejoin the Rangers' bullpen early next week.

Alexi Ogando (groin) is expected to make minor league rehab appearances Thursday and Saturday with Triple-A Round Rock.

He is scheduled to rejoin the Rangers on July 17. Ogando is currently working his way back from a strained right groin. He had a 2.08 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 35/7 K/BB ratio in 34 2/3 innings prior to the injury.

Alexi Ogando (groin) is expected to make a minor league rehab start next Thursday with Triple-A Round Rock.

Ogando has already thrown two bullpen sessions this week and is scheduled for another on Sunday. He will likely need two or three outings in Triple-A before returning from the disabled list.

Alexi Ogando (groin) will throw a third bullpen session Saturday before the Rangers determine when he'll begin a rehab assignment.

Assuming the session goes well, he seems likely to start a rehab assignment over the All-Star break. Barring a setback, he should rejoin the Rangers bullpen in about a week.