Chris Paddack

Chris Paddack has elected free agency.

Fantasy Impact

Paddack declined an outright assignment to Triple-A Round Rock. He will look to land another opportunity.

The Rangers have designated right-hander Chris Paddack for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

The Rangers signed Paddack prior to Monday's game against the Guardians, and he pitched four innings of bulk relief in a 6-3 win. He will head to DFA limbo while the Rangers recalled right-hander Gavin Collyer from Triple-A Round Rock in a corresponding move.

Chris Paddack allowed two runs on seven hits with no walks and one strikeout over four innings of bulk relief in Monday’s win over the Guardians. He worked three scoreless frames before giving up both runs in his final inning after signing with Texas earlier in the day.

Fantasy Impact

Paddack entered his Rangers debut with an 0-7 record, 6.96 ERA, 1.66 WHIP, and 39:19 K across 53 innings between Miami and Cincinnati. His role with Texas remains unclear, and he will need better results before regaining fantasy relevance if he moves into the rotation.

Chris Paddack signed a one-year contract with the Rangers on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Paddack's new deal is a Major League contract, as the veteran righty will add depth to the Rangers' staff. The Rangers are Paddack's third different team already this season. He has posted an ugly 6.96 ERA across 53 innings between the Marlins and Reds.

The Rangers are reportedly close to a deal with Chris Paddack.

Fantasy Impact

Paddack was designated for assignment by the Reds last week. He would add pitching depth for Texas.