The Texas Rangers made a roster adjustment on Sunday, optioning outfielder Dustin Harris to Triple-A Round Rock. The move came as the team welcomed back a key contributor from the injured list, forcing them to clear space on the active roster.
Harris, 25, has spent much of this season shuttling between the Major Leagues and Triple-A. While he has shown flashes of promise, the Rangers believe additional at-bats in the minors will give him the chance to refine his approach at the plate and regain consistency. In 21 games with Texas this year, Harris has batted .200 (8-for-40) with a home run and two RBIs.
His most memorable moment came on September 5, when he delivered a dramatic walk-off double to lift the Rangers to a 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros at Globe Life Field. That clutch performance highlighted his potential as a future everyday player, even if the club feels he still needs more time to develop.
At Round Rock, Harris is expected to return to a regular role in the lineup, something not guaranteed at the Major League level. Playing every day in Triple-A should allow him to sharpen his timing and confidence as the Rangers continue their postseason push without him on the roster.
For Texas, the decision was less about Harris’ performance and more about roster needs. With one of their top hitters coming back from injury, the Rangers had limited options for making room. Harris, who still has minor league options remaining, became the most logical choice to send down.
The Rangers have emphasized that Harris remains an important part of their long-term plans. If he performs well in Round Rock, there’s a strong chance he could rejoin the big-league club before the season is over, especially with the team preparing for a critical stretch of games down the stretch.
