Chris Martin

The Rangers placed RHP Chris Martin on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement.

Fantasy Impact

Martin recently dealt with arm fatigue following an appearance. He will miss at least the next few weeks.

With Texas up 3-0, Robert Garcia opened the ninth and recorded two outs before allowing a hit and a walk. Martin entered to protect the lead but gave up two hits and three runs — two of which were charged to Garcia — sending the game to extras before the Rangers ultimately won 5-4.

Fantasy Impact

Martin was credited with the win and charged with the blown save. Garcia is considered to hold a slight edge over Martin for save opportunities in Texas going forward.

Veteran reliever Chris Martin is returning to the Texas Rangers on a one-year deal. According to Jon Heyman, the contract is split into a $2 million salary and a $2 million signing bonus, with an additional $1 million possible based on innings pitched.

Fantasy Impact

Martin, who will turn 40 in June, has put together a solid career as a middle reliever. The righthander, who is entering his 11th season in 2026, has posted a career 3.33 ERA while averaging more than a strikeout per inning. Known for his great control, he has not walked more than eight batters in any season. Martin will also be called upon for an occasional save, earning nine over the past four seasons and 16 overall. He had a 2.98 ERA for the Rangers last season and should retain a middle relief role in 2026.

Veteran right-hander Chris Martin and the Texas Rangers are in agreement on a one-year contract.

Fantasy Impact

Martin, 39, returns to the Rangers following an excellent 2025 season that saw him pitch to a 2.98 ERA across 49 outings. The big right-hander owns a career 3.33 ERA over 418 appearances.

Chris Martin reportedly plans to pitch next season.

Fantasy Impact

The Red Sox have shown interest in Martin after he pitched for them from 2023-24. He could draw some interest from other contenders.