Chris Martin

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.

The Rangers placed RHP Chris Martin on the 15-day injured list with thoracic outlet syndrome.

Fantasy Impact

The season is officially over for Martin. He posted a 2.98 ERA across 42 1/3 innings for Texas.

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said that Chris Martin's hand injury is not considered serious.

Fantasy Impact

After experiencing tingling in his right hand, Martin was removed from his outing against the New York Mets on Saturday. He was seen shaking his hand in pain as he left, and his timeline for a return to the mound is unclear.