Evan Carter

Evan Carter is missing from the lineup for the Texas Rangers against the Oakland Athletics Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Carter will receive the afternoon off for regular rest, with Wyatt Langford back in the lineup starting in left field and batting third for manager Bruce Bochy Thursday.

Evan Carter is back in the lineup for the Texas Rangers against the Houston Astros Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Carter returns for the series opener for manager Bruce Bochy, patrolling left field and batting fifth against the Astros Friday.

Evan Carter (forearm) said he "feels fine" after being hit by a pitch Sunday and is expected to be back in action Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Carter was hit by a pitch from Giants lefty Kyle Harrison on Sunday. Carter underwent an X-ray on his forearm afterward, which came back negative. The rookie outfielder will now wear a shield to protect the forearm, as he's been plunked multiple times by left-handed pitchers over the last few years. Most importantly, he avoided a significant injury this time and will be back in the lineup Tuesday.

Evan Carter had X-rays on the left forearm after being hit by pitch show no fracture.

Fantasy Impact

Carter is considered day-to-day. He appears to have avoided anything serious and the Rangers will likely be cautious with him.

Evan Carter is not in the Rangers lineup Monday against the Astros in Game 2 of the ALCS.

Fantasy Impact

Carter, who had a huge catch against the wall in the eighth inning Sunday night, gets the afternoon off. It is Robbie Grossman starting in left field, while Mitch Garver is serving as the Rangers designated hitter. Carter will be available to pinch-hit at any point in the game.