PT TODAY: Kennedy tightens grip on TEX closer role
Apr 14 2021
Team-by-team playing time allocation charts can be found in our Teamview pages.
| American League | National League | |
| Rangers | Jonathan Hernández undergoes surgery | |
| Texas Rangers RHP Jonathan Hernández (elbow) underwent Tommy John surgery Monday, April 12. Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram - Jeff Wilson | |
| BHQ take: Another brutal blow for the TEX bullpen, having now lost arguably their two best relievers for the season. Veteran Ian Kennedy becomes more entrenched as this year's closer by the day, it seems. Despite giving up a couple of runs on long balls, Kennedy's skills have actually been solid in the early going, with a fine 16.2% SwK and 3.32 xERA entering play on April 13. The Rangers may not get a lot of save chances... |
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Today
MacKenzie Gore's trade has rotation implications for both Texas and Washington. Plus Bader lands in San Francisco.
Jan 28 2026 3:03am
Jan 28 2026 3:03am
A NYC-heavy column, with Bellinger, Peralta, Robert Jr. all affecting their teams' playing time outlook.
Jan 22 2026 9:57am
Jan 22 2026 9:57am
Bo Bichette moves to Flushing; Realmuto stays in Philly; Caratini to Minnesota; and more...
Jan 20 2026 9:08am
Jan 20 2026 9:08am
Kyle Tucker is rightfully pumped after pocketing $240M. What does it mean for the LA roster? Plus ripples from the Ranger Suárez and CIN-TB-LAA trade.
Jan 16 2026 9:33am
Jan 16 2026 9:33am
The Ryan Weathers trade from Miami to New York has implications for both starting staffs with spring training just four weeks away. Plus the Nolan Arenado era comes to an end in St. Louis.
Jan 14 2026 9:15am
Jan 14 2026 9:15am
