Corey Seager has been sidelined for much of the season by a lingering lower back inflammation, a setback that has kept the Texas Rangers’ shortstop out of the lineup for over half of their games.
Rehab Assignment Looms
Recent workouts have shown the 28‑year‑old is ready to test his health in a controlled environment, and the club plans to place him on a minor‑league rehab assignment as soon as Tuesday.
The assignment could see Seager suiting up for either the Triple‑A affiliate in Round Rock or the Double‑A squad in Frisco, depending on how the coaching staff gauges his readiness.
If the progression stays on schedule, his return would coincide with the upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays or the Houston Astros, a timing that would be crucial ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.
The organization emphasizes that Seager’s priority is a swift return to the big‑league roster, and his activation would provide a much‑needed boost to a lineup that has missed his bat.