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Rangers' Nathan Eovaldi Undergoes Sports-Hernia Surgery, Expected Back in Four Weeks

Scans indicate his rotator cuff strain is healing to keep his 2026 outlook on track.

Aug 11, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (17) pitches against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fourth inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/ File Photo

Overview

  • Eovaldi had the procedure this week in Phoenix and is expected to be ready in about four weeks, according to ESPN.
  • Texas previously said he would consult a specialist, and reporting indicates the club expects him ready by spring training if he avoids setbacks.
  • Scans last week showed healing in the rotator cuff strain that ended his season after his Aug. 22 start.
  • Eovaldi, 35, posted an 11-3 record with a career-best 1.73 ERA across 22 starts in 2025.
  • He is signed through 2027 on a three-year, $75 million contract, and the surgery was first reported by alldlls.com and corroborated by MLB Trade Rumors and ESPN.