Frisco's Zavala set to return from elbow injury

Double-A outfielder expected back in lineup this week

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Aaron Zavala, a top outfield prospect for the Texas Rangers' Double-A affiliate in Frisco, is expected to be reinstated from the 7-day injured list either Tuesday or Wednesday after recovering from an elbow injury.

Why it matters

Zavala is considered one of the Rangers' top minor league talents, so his return to the Frisco RoughRiders lineup will be a boost for the team as they look to develop their next wave of MLB-ready talent.

The details

Zavala, 23, has been sidelined with an elbow injury since early in the season. The Rangers' second-round draft pick in 2021 was batting .275 with 2 home runs and 10 RBIs in 12 games before the injury.

  • Zavala is expected to be reinstated from the injured list either Tuesday or Wednesday.

The players

Aaron Zavala

A top outfield prospect in the Texas Rangers' minor league system, currently playing for their Double-A affiliate in Frisco.

Texas Rangers

The Major League Baseball team that owns the Frisco RoughRiders, Zavala's Double-A club.

Frisco RoughRiders

The Double-A minor league affiliate of the Texas Rangers, where Zavala plays.

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What’s next

Zavala's return to the Frisco lineup will be closely watched as the Rangers evaluate his progress and potential for a future call-up to the major league club.

The takeaway

Zavala's impending return is a positive sign for the Rangers' farm system, as they look to develop their next wave of talent to complement the major league roster.