Key facts
- Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager has been placed on the seven-day concussion list.
- Seager is experiencing mild concussion symptoms and has missed three consecutive games.
- The injury is retroactive to Friday, following a collision at home plate on Thursday.
- Second baseman Josh Smith returns to the lineup after a six-week absence due to glute and wrist injuries, and viral meningitis.
- Seager is in a significant slump, batting .186 with nine home runs and 24 RBIs.
The Texas Rangers have placed shortstop Corey Seager on the seven-day concussion list, retroactive to Friday, as he experiences mild concussion symptoms. Manager Skip Schumaker confirmed the diagnosis, noting Seager's symptoms emerged after a collision at home plate on Thursday while trying to score. Seager, a five-time All-Star and two-time World Series MVP, is also in a significant slump, batting .186 with nine home runs and 24 RBIs. He previously missed 19 games in May and early June due to lower back inflammation.
In a corresponding move, the Rangers activated second baseman Josh Smith, who returns from a six-week absence. Smith had been sidelined by glute and wrist injuries and also battled viral meningitis. He is available off the bench and can play multiple infield positions and outfield. Schumaker expressed uncertainty about Seager's availability for his potential return on Friday against San Diego.