Rangers claim Blaine Crim on waivers
The Texas Rangers have claimed first baseman Blaine Crim on waivers from the Colorado Rockies. To accommodate Crim, pitcher Carter Baumler has been moved from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list. Crim, who has struggled in his recent performances, is seen as a potential depth option for the Rangers' right-handed hitting needs.
- ▪Blaine Crim was originally a 19th round pick of the Rangers in 2019.
- ▪He had a brief stint in the majors with Texas in 2025, going 0 for 11.
- ▪Crim has been underperforming in the 2026 season, slashing .256/.339/.449 in AAA.
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