Nick Ahmed

Nick Ahmed has retired from professional baseball after a 12-year MLB career.

Fantasy Impact

Nick Ahmed played the first 10 seasons of his career with the Arizona Diamondbacks before spending his final two seasons with the San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and Texas Rangers. He will retire with a career .233/.286/.370 batting line and two Gold Glove awards.

The Rangers have designated Nick Ahmed for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Ahmed was removed from the 40-man roster to free up a spot for Blaine Crim, who was called up Friday. The veteran will hit the waiver wire and could draw interest from teams in need of infield depth.

Nick Ahmed is getting the nod in the Rangers’ starting lineup against the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

The righty’s batting eighth at shortstop Thursday, commanding the infield against Jeffrey Springs for the Rangers.

Nick Ahmed is not in the Rangers’ starting lineup against the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

After starting at shortstop last game, the righty sits Sunday as the Rangers face Jordan Hicks from the Giants.

Nick Ahmed is out of the starting lineup for the Rangers Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Ahmed will head to the bench after going hitless Wednesday. Josh Smith will start at shortstop and leadoff against the A's.