Availability
The Rangers signed INF Jake Burger to a one-year, $3.2 million deal to avoid arbitration.
Fantasy Impact
Burger struggled in his first season with Texas, slashing .236/.269/.419 with 16 home runs and 53 RBI. He'll be a bounce back candidate heading into next season.
Jake Burger will have surgery later this week “to repair a torn tendon sheath in his left wrist.”
Fantasy Impact
Burger had been playing through the injury since the middle of August. He dealt with multiple injuries throughout the season that led to three different stints on the injured list. He should be fully healthy heading into spring training.
Jake Burger went 2-for-3 with two home runs and three RBI on Wednesday against the Brewers.
Fantasy Impact
Burger continued his recent strong production since being activated from the injured list. He continues to help the Rangers try to chase down a late playoff spot.
Jake Burger went 2-for-3 in win over the Astros with a home run and two RBI.
Fantasy Impact
In his last three games, Burger has homered twice and collected four RBI. Following Sunday's victory, Burger now holds a .244 batting average, 14 home runs, and 46 RBI through 89 games this season.
Jake Burger went 1-for-5 in the win against the Astros with a home run, two RBI, and one run scored.
Fantasy Impact
After today’s game, Burger's season stats include a .243 batting average with 13 home runs and 44 RBI across 87 games played.