Rangers Reinstate Jansen, Designate Wynns

The Texas Rangers reinstated catcher Danny Jansen from the 60-day injured list as they head into the final stretch of the season, designating veteran Austin Wynns for assignment to clear a roster spot. Jansen returns after a right forearm strain that sidelined him for the last 64 games, pairing with Elias Díaz as the club’s primary catching options. Wynns, who had been rotating into the catching duties, moves through waivers with the Rangers hoping to avoid losing him, given he is no longer eligible for the minor leagues. The club also indicated that Jansen’s return solidifies its catching depth, while Wynns’ designation creates an opportunity for another team to claim a veteran catcher or for him to elect free agency if unclaimed. With Jansen back, the Rangers will proceed with Díaz and Jansen behind the plate, and the decision underscores the ongoing effort to stabilize their catching situation during a critical period of the season. The move follows prior roster shifts, including Wynns’ earlier stints with multiple clubs and Jansen’s significant contract history with the Rangers and previous teams.