Jack Leiter, the Texas Rangers' promising starter, has successfully navigated a simulated game without issues from a blister on his right finger. He's set for a bullpen session on Saturday and potentially a rehab start earlier next week, marking his progress toward returning to the rotation after being sidelined since early April. The Rangers will face a tough decision regarding the rotation as Patrick Corbin has performed well in his absence, leading to questions of whether Corbin stays in the lineup or if Kumar Rocker might be sent down.

Injuries continue to challenge the pitching staff, with Cody Bradford gradually returning after an elbow sprain, and Patrick Murphy making strides in his recovery from a pec strain. As the season unfolds, the Rangers are hopeful about the depth of their pitching staff, which could provide them with more options moving forward.