Overview
- Leiter had arthroscopic surgery Tuesday to remove a loose body from his ankle, a procedure performed by Dr. Ned Amendola at Duke University.
- Texas placed Leiter on the 15-day injured list retroactive to June 19 and says there is no fixed return date as he begins rehabilitation.
- The team recalled right-handed prospect Jose Corniell to provide immediate rotation depth after Leiter’s move to the injured list.
- Leiter struggled through the 2026 season with a 5.29 ERA and 83 strikeouts against 35 walks, a downturn from his stronger 2025 numbers.
- The Rangers say a comeback before the end of the season is possible but will hinge on Leiter’s recovery and how the club fares late in the race.