Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray (shin) said he expects to make his next start after X-rays came back negative on his left shin. Gray was forced to leave his start on Wednesday early against the Tampa Bay Rays after 4 1/3 frames after being hit in the left shin by a comebacker. The 31-year-old is just dealing with a bruise, though, and should be available for fantasy managers his next time through the starting rotation early next week in a tough matchup against the division-rival Houston Astros. Before leaving Wednesday, Gray allowed no runs on eight hits while walking one and striking out four in a no-decision to drop his season ERA to 3.31.

Updating a previous report, X-rays on Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray (shin) came back negative on Wednesday after he was forced to leave the game early against the Tampa Bay Rays after he was hit by a comebacker on his left leg. He's been diagnosed with a bruised left shin. The 31-year-old starter should be able to make his next turn in Texas' rotation, but fantasy managers will want to keep a closer eye on him until then. Before leaving Wednesday, Gray tossed 4 1/3 shutout frames while allowing eight hits, walking one and striking out four. He's been useful in the majority of fantasy formats this year, but he could see some regression in the second half.

Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray (leg) was lifted from his outing early on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays after taking a comebacker off his left leg in the top of the fifth inning. The good news is that Gray was able to walk off the field under his own power, and we'll find out shortly how serious the injury actually is. Before departing, the 31-year-old gave up eight hits and no runs while walking one and striking out four in 4 1/3 innings. It remains to be seen if he'll be able to make his next start in the rotation. Gray has been solid for the Rangers and fantasy managers this year. He came into Wednesday's outing with a 6-5 record, 3.45 ERA (4.59 FIP), 1.15 WHIP, 33 walks and 79 strikeouts in 99 innings over his 17 starts.

Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray will open the team's second half against the Cleveland Guardians on Friday, according to Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News. Andrew Heaney and Martin Perez will follow, getting the ball on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. Gray was a decent fantasy arm during the first half, pitching to a 3.29 ERA and 1.14 WHIP with six wins across 16 starts, but struck out just 75 batters over 93 innings. Fantasy managers should keep the 31-year-old veteran on their roster for his run prevention and high win potential, but he isn't a must-start going forward.

The Texas Rangers are planning on having right-hander Jon Gray (finger) make his next start this Sunday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Gray was scratched from his last scheduled start on Tuesday due to a blister on his pitching hand, but manager Bruce Bochy said that Gray is doing well. Fantasy managers will be glad that the 31-year-old will be able to avoid a trip to the injured list. It's not the first time Gray has dealt with the blister this year, and the last time it was an issue, he tossed a complete game in his next start, which means he should be started with confidence this weekend. Gray has been great for Texas and fantasy managers alike this year, posting a 2.32 ERA (4.17 FIP), 0.96 WHIP, 20 walks and 63 strikeouts in 73 2/3 innings over 12 starts in his second year with the team.

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said starting pitcher Jon Gray (finger) is "doing well" after having his start on Tuesday scratched due to a blister issue, but the team hasn't decided on when he'll return to the mound. "We haven't penciled in what day he's gonna pitch yet, but it's gonna be within four or five days," Bochy said. Gray left his start on June 2 in the seventh inning with what he described as a "hot" finger, but said it didn't develop into a blister until later that night. He tossed a complete game five days later. The 31-year-old righty has been great this year, going 6-1 with a 2.32 ERA in 73 2/3 innings in 12 starts, and he has a 0.84 ERA since May 8, so fantasy managers will want him back in their starting lineups whenever he returns to the mound.

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said that starting pitcher Jon Gray (finger) will be scratched from his scheduled start on Tuesday against the division-rival Los Angeles Angels due to a blister. The move is mostly precautionary to prevent a bigger injury, and he's not expected to need a stint on the injured list. It's unknown who will start in Gray's place, but Cody Bradford is with the team in Arlington. It's a bummer for fantasy managers expecting to use Gray in their lineups this week, but hopefully he'll only end up missing the one start. The 31-year-old right-hander fanned 12 batters in a complete-game win his last time out against the St. Louis Cardinals. He's been great this year for Texas, going 6-2 with a career-best 2.32 ERA (4.17 FIP), 0.96 WHIP, 20 walks and 63 strikeouts in 73 2/3 frames over his 12 starts.

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray was delivered a 1-0 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals after tossing a complete-game gem Wednesday. Gray struck out 12 St. Louis batters while allowing no walks in over nine innings thrown. He only allowed four hits during the contest. Unfortunately, one of those four hits was a solo home run from Alec Burleson in the eighth inning which proved to be the game-winning run, as Texas could not produce any offense. Despite the loss, The 31-year-old has an excellent 2.32 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and has struck out 63 strikeouts over 73 2/3 frames.

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray threw seven innings of one-run ball in a 12-2 blowout win over the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. He struck out eight batters and seized his fifth win of the year. The 31-year-old is carrying quite a bit of momentum right now, having let in a single run or fewer in his last four starts with all being victories. Gray's 2.81 ERA is on pace to signify a career-high figure. His 7.2 K/9 might be below his career average, but fantasy managers will accept the strong play from the hard-throwing righty however it comes. Gray has a great chance to keep the good times rolling on Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers.

Texas Rangers pitcher Jon Gray gets the ball Monday night when the Texas Rangers take on the rival Seattle Mariners on the road. It's been a decent start to the season for Gray who owns a 4.40 ERA across six starts. However, Gray also owns a 6.22 FIP, 5.63 SIERA, and a tiny 3.8% K-BB% that all spell regression for the veteran moving forward. That regression has already kicked in as Gray surrendered four earned runs on eight hits -- including two home runs -- with just two strikeouts in a no-decision against the D-backs his last time out. He'll take on a Mariners offense that is in a tie for 20th with an underwhelming .304 wOBA on the campaign.

Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray (arm) is "pain-free" after taking a comebacker off of his right arm Saturday and leaving the game early, according to Evan Grant of Dallas Morning News. The 31-year-old will look to make his next start, which is scheduled for Friday against the Oakland Athletics. Gray is having a solid season so far, posting a 3.21 ERA, 23.2% strikeout rate, and 1.21 WHIP with one victory over three starts. He's enjoyed pitching in Texas after spending seven seasons with the Colorado Rockies and should be rostered in every format.

Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray (forearm) exited Saturday's game early after being hit with a comebacker. He was diagnosed with a forearm bruise, and the team will continue to monitor the situation. The 31-year-old allowed one run while striking out two across two innings before leaving. Gray appears to have avoided a severe injury and is considered day-to-day. The former first-round pick has been solid this season, posting a 3.21 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, and 13 strikeouts over 14 innings. Gray will undergo further evaluation but looks to have avoided any structural damage.

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray threw four innings against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday in his final spring training outing, and he gave up two earned runs on three hits (one home run) while walking one and striking out seven in the 5-3 win. Gray wraps up his Cactus League season with a strong 1.02 ERA and will make his first start of the 2023 regular season on Monday against the Baltimore Orioles at home. The 31-year-old could never stay healthy in 2022 in his first year in Texas, but when he was actually on the mound, he was quite good. If he can stay healthier this year, he could be a nice value pick for fantasy managers.

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray (back) said on Saturday that he expected to throw on the side on Sunday, and he could try to pitch in a Cactus League game as early as Wednesday. The 31-year-old right-hander was scratched from his spring start on Friday due to back tightness, but it was a cautionary measure and Gray doesn't appear to be dealing with a very serious injury. He made only 24 starts (127 1/3 innings) in his first year in Texas in 2022 due to multiple injuries, but he should be healthy for Opening Day, barring another setback with his back. When he was healthy last year, he was pretty effective, and Gray could be a real nice value pick for fantasy managers in 2023.

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray (back) was scratched from his Cactus League start on Friday against the San Francisco Giants with back tightness. The Rangers starter for Friday's spring game is now left-hander Taylor Hearn. We're still early enough in spring training that Gray may not be in danger of missing Opening Day, but it will also depend on how long it will be before he can make his second Cactus League start. Despite dealing with a handful of injuries in his first year in Texas in 2022, he produced a decent 3.96 ERA (3.80 FIP), 1.13 WHIP and 25.7 percent strikeout rate in 127 innings over 24 starts. Gray's back injury is a bit worrisome, but if he can stay healthier than he was last year, there could be some nice value attached to him in 2023.

The Texas Rangers activated right-hander Jon Gray (oblique) from the 15-day injured list on Monday and optioned right-hander Tyson Miller to Triple-A Round Rock in a corresponding move. Gray will make his return to the rotation on Monday against the Miami Marlins in the second game of a doubleheader after being sidelined since early August with an oblique injury. The 30-year-old will certainly be more of a shaky fantasy asset for his start on Monday, especially since he didn't make any minor league rehab starts before being activated. In his first year in Texas, Gray has gone 7-6 with a 3.83 ERA (3.49 FIP), a 1.17 WHIP and a 116:34 K:BB in 103 1/3 innings over his 19 starts. As long as he's healthy, he'll be useful in mixed leagues down the stretch.

Texas Rangers pitcher Jon Gray (oblique) was placed on the 15-day injured list with a strained left oblique Tuesday and is expected to be out four to six weeks. He initially suffered the injury during Monday's start against the Baltimore Orioles. The 30-year-old owns a 3.83 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and a 116:34 K:BB across 103 innings in 2022. He is expected to miss the rest of August, and with the Rangers record under .500 (46-56), Texas could shut the right-hander down for the year if they are eliminated from a playoff spot in September. Fantasy managers with an open IL spot should stash Gray, as he could return a few weeks before the end of the season.

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray (side) left his start early on Monday against the Baltimore Orioles due to discomfort in his left side. He departed after recording just one out in the second inning after throwing 48 pitches. Gray will get further testing on Tuesday, but manager Chris Woodward said the best-case scenario feels like Gray would miss just one start with what the team later called "left side discomfort." Prior to his start on Monday, the 30-year-old right-hander had a 2.65 ERA in 11 starts since June 1. If the Rangers don't acquire a starter at Tuesday's trade deadline, Taylor Hearn will likely be the immediate option for the starting rotation. Hearn opened the year in the rotation but was moved to the bullpen in June and then sent to Triple-A Round Rock. He has a 6.25 ERA as a starter and 1.59 ERA as a reliever in 2022.

Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray left his Monday start against the Baltimore Orioles with left side discomfort. Gray allowed four runs (three earned) over 1 1/3 innings of work while striking out three and walking one before trainers were summoned to the mound to check on him with one out in the second inning. The veteran hurler has pitched well in his first season away from Coors Field, posting a 7-5 record, 3.83 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, and 116 strikeouts over 103 1/3 innings of work. Look for an update from the team after Monday's game ends.

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray put together a masterful performance versus the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday. The right-hander went seven innings, one hit allowed, and struck out nine batters in the 5-2 victory. Those nine strikeouts were the third-most that Gray has recorded in a single game this season. He has struggled at times this season, but is going into the All-Star break at the top of his game. The 30-year-old has a 3.71 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and 99 strikeouts through 16 starts. Fantasy managers should check the waiver wire and see if Gray is available.