Josh Jung

Josh Jung (thumb) is batting fifth and playing third base Monday vs. the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Jung has been on the shelf since August 6th due to a fractured thumb. There was optimism that a return was imminent, and he felt good after working out Monday morning and has been cleared for action. He'll look to continue a solid rookie season as the Rangers push for a playoff spot.

Rangers 3B Josh Jung has been fully cleared to return to the field, and the team is hopeful he could return Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Jung has been out of action with a fractured left thumb. The expectation is that he will take live at-bats this weekend and could be activated on Monday.

Josh Jung underwent successful surgery on Wednesday to repair a left thumb fracture.

Fantasy Impact

Jung will remain with the team while he rehabs. The hope is for him to return before the end of the regular season. He will be sidelined indefinitely for right now.

Josh Jung will undergo surgery to stabilize his fractured left thumb and is expected to miss six weeks.

Fantasy Impact

Rangers’ manager Bruce Bochy stated Jung will likely go undergo the surgery on Wednesday and the team is hopeful he will return before the end of the regular season. Jung was having a great season and the impact of his absence will be felt by the Rangers.

The Rangers placed Josh Jung on the 10-day injured list with a left thumb fracture.

Fantasy Impact

Jung was unfortunately injured when fielding a hard hit line drive. Fantasy managers should expect Jung to be sidelined for awhile and may have to undergo surgery. The Rangers should release more information on a timeline for his recovery soon.