Jacob deGrom was originally scheduled to start for the Texas Rangers on Saturday against the Philadelphia Phillies, but he was scratched due to neck stiffness. Despite his absence, Texas still pulled off a narrow 5–4 victory, though attention quickly shifted to the ace’s health.
Encouraging Injury Update
On Sunday, deGrom shared positive news, revealing that his neck feels “much better.” He was able to play catch from 120 feet—an improvement from the previous day—and although he still feels slight discomfort, he’s hopeful about making his next start in Baltimore later this week.
Injury History and Caution
Injuries have been a recurring theme throughout deGrom’s career, which is why the Rangers are expected to take a careful approach with the 37-year-old. However, early reports indicated the issue wasn’t serious, and his latest update reinforces that belief, suggesting he could return soon if there are no setbacks.
Strong Form When Healthy
Since joining Texas in 2023, deGrom has battled injuries but finally enjoyed a full season in 2025. The two-time Cy Young winner earned his fifth All-Star nod after posting a 2.97 ERA with 185 strikeouts, finishing eighth in American League Cy Young voting—proof he remains elite when healthy.
Rangers Monitoring Closely
The Rangers will continue to keep a close eye on deGrom ahead of his next outing. Meanwhile, with their season-opening series against Philadelphia split, Texas is focused on securing a series win while awaiting further clarity on their star pitcher’s status.
