Scouting Report: Corey Seager
Texas Rangers | SS
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Summary
Corey Seager, 32-year-old Texas Rangers shortstop, has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to lower back inflammation. The placement is retroactive to Friday, May 16, 2026. Seager experienced back spasms that prevented him from playing in the Houston Astros series and underwent an MRI examination. He is eligible to return when the Rangers begin their seven-game homestand the following Monday. This injury comes during a career-worst 0-for-27 slump that included 11 strikeouts. Through 42 games, Seager is batting .179 with 7 home runs, 20 RBIs, and a team-high 22 runs. His whiff rate (35.5%) and strikeout rate (27.6%) are significantly elevated compared to his 2025 season.
Strengths
- Two-time World Series MVP with proven track record
- Career .285 hitter over 1,173 games
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