Kumar Rocker

Kumar Rocker threw two innings in a live bullpen session on Sunday and is expected to begin a rehab assignment this week, pending how he responds physically.

Fantasy Impact

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said Rocker’s stuff looked good Sunday. Bochy added that Rocker’s rehab assignment will be lengthy as he gradually builds up strength following a three-week shutdown.

Kumar Rocker faced hitters on Sunday in a live batting practice session.

Fantasy Impact

Rocker is continuing to work his way back from a shoulder impingement. He could be ready to begin a rehab assignment at some point in the next week.

Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said Sunday that Kumar Rocker is roughly 10 days away from throwing a bullpen session.

Fantasy Impact

Rocker is also expected to make at least one rehab start. He is on track to be activated from the injured list near the end of May.

Kumar Rocker is expected to throw a bullpen at some point next week.

Fantasy Impact

Rocker landed on the injured list last week. If he is able to throw a bullpen session next week, he'll likely look to advance to facing live hitters soon after.

Kumar Rocker will be placed on the 15-day IL due to a right shoulder impingement.

Fantasy Impact

The injury is described as a "mild" impingement, so hopefully, Rocker won't have to miss long. Gerson Garabito was recalled in a corresponding move.