{
  "id": 8280025,
  "title": "Rangers news: Jack Leiter hoping to return from injury for playoff push",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/rangers-news-jack-leiter-hoping-to-return-from-injury-for-playoff-push",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T17:54:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/rangers-news-jack-leiter-hoping-175444479.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Texas Rangers are currently battling the Houston Astros for the top spot in the American League West division. They are also in contention for the AL Wild Card position. However, the team is facing some injury concerns. Jack Leiter, a 26-year-old player, is among those dealing with a physical issue. Leiter is recovering from right ankle arthroscopic surgery and has started playing catch. He is optimistic about returning for a playoff push and is scheduled to throw a bullpen this weekend. Despite a challenging season where he posted a 5.29 ERA over 15 starts, Leiter's performance last season, where he had a 3.86 ERA in 26 outings, suggests he could still be a valuable asset. The Rangers' need for pitching depth is evident, and Leiter's potential return would certainly add to their options. As of now, it is unclear when Leiter will be back, but he appears to be on the right path. Texas is currently one game behind the Houston Astros for the AL West lead and two games behind the Cleveland Guardians for the Wild Card spot. The Rangers have work to do, but with the postseason within reach, they remain hopeful. Their next game is against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday at 8:05 PM ET in Arlington, TX.",
  "summary": "The Texas Rangers are competing with the Houston Astros for first place in the American League West division. Texas is in the AL Wild Card conversation as well. However, the Rangers are dealing with injury concerns at the moment. Jack Leiter is among the players battling an injury, but will he return soon? Leiter, 26, is recovering from right ankle […] The post Rangers news: Jack Leiter hoping to…",
  "key_points": [
    "Jack Leiter recovering from right ankle surgery",
    "Leiter aiming to return for playoff push",
    "Rangers need pitching depth for postseason"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}