Rookie infielder Jonathan Ornelas has been called up from Triple-A Round Rock to replace Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford, who was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right hamstring strain. This decision was made prior to the start of a four-game series in Oakland and was retroactive to the day after Langford left a game in Kansas City.
Langford, who was the fourth overall pick in the MLB amateur draft last summer, made the Rangers’ roster after spring training. He has started in 31 of the team’s first 34 games, playing as the designated hitter and left fielder. However, he showed signs of injury when he slowed down while running to first base during a game on Saturday.
Ornelas has been playing shortstop for Round Rock and has a batting average of .278 with two home runs and 11 RBIs in 24 starts this season. He made his Major League debut last season, playing in eight games for the Rangers. With Langford out, Ornelas will have an opportunity to showcase his skills and contribute to the team’s success.
