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Rangers RHP Jacob deGrom to make season debut this week
The two-time Cy Young winner is expected to pitch against the Orioles after skipping a start due to neck stiffness.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 12:25am
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Texas Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom is expected to make his season debut either Tuesday or Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles. deGrom skipped his scheduled start on Saturday due to neck stiffness but threw from 120 feet on Sunday and is expected to pitch in the latter part of the upcoming series against the Orioles.
Why it matters
deGrom is a two-time Cy Young Award winner and a key part of the Rangers' starting rotation. His return to the mound is an important milestone for the team as they look to build on their success from last season.
The details
After being physically limited on Saturday, deGrom threw from 120 feet on Sunday and is expected to pitch either Tuesday or Wednesday against the Orioles. The Rangers switched to left-hander Jacob Latz to start against the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday, and ended up with a 5-4 victory in 10 innings.
- deGrom skipped his scheduled start on Saturday, March 30, 2026 due to neck stiffness.
- deGrom threw from 120 feet on Sunday, March 31, 2026.
- The Rangers are set to start a three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, April 1, 2026, with deGrom expected to pitch in the latter part of the series.
The players
Jacob deGrom
A 37-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Texas Rangers, a two-time Cy Young Award winner who is coming off a strong 2025 season.
Jacob Latz
A left-handed pitcher for the Texas Rangers who started in place of deGrom on Saturday, March 30, 2026.
Skip Schumaker
The manager of the Texas Rangers.
What they’re saying
“We'll see how it goes (Monday). It's definitely a big improvement from yesterday.”
— Jacob deGrom
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
deGrom's return to the mound is a significant development for the Rangers as they look to build on their success from last season. His health and performance will be crucial to the team's chances of contending in the American League.
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