Rotation Crisis Contributes to Rangers' Season Ending

Quantrill's season-ending lat strain, deGrom's collapse in his final two outings, and heavy bullpen usage exposed Texas's lack of dependable pitching depth. Offseason projections generally retain deGrom, Eovaldi, Gore, and Leiter while identifying Quantrill as a priority to retain; Trevor Rogers remains a recommendation only, with no negotiation or agreement reported. Leiter's recovery and Beeks' elbow surgery further affect the depth picture.