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Rangers’ Langford faces MRI after forearm tightness

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After a brisk five‑run win over the Pirates, Rangers left‑fielder Wyatt Langford exited in the fourth with a tight right forearm. The 24‑year‑old noted the stiffness felt on a swing, prompting a mid‑week MRI. His departure left a gap in a lineup that had just returned to form for the season.

Langford had been Rangers' hottest bat before the injury, going 7‑for‑14 in recent games and contributing a walk, stolen base and a strikeout against Pittsburgh. His power surge helped the club drop two of three in Seattle, putting them back in contention for the AL West title in the season.

The forearm issue could sideline Langford for weeks, disrupting the Rangers’ offensive rhythm at a critical stretch. Coaches will need to rely on backup outfielders, while the team evaluates whether his return can maintain the offensive spark that pushed the club into the playoffs last season.

The MRI will determine the extent of the injury and the likely recovery time. Rangers’ manager Alex Cora expressed confidence that Langford will return, but emphasized the importance of protecting the player’s arm to avoid a season‑ending setback for a key contributor to keep the team competitive through the rest of the season.