Texas Rangers star shortstop Corey Seager has been sidelined after undergoing an emergency appendectomy, delivering a significant blow to the team’s playoff hopes. Seager, who had been battling abdominal discomfort, astonishingly powered through the pain to homer in back-to-back games before doctors determined surgery was necessary. The procedure, performed late last week, will keep the five-time All-Star out of action for several weeks, leaving a major void in the Rangers’ lineup at a critical point in the season.
The Rangers officially placed Seager on the 10-day injured list, though his absence is expected to stretch well beyond that minimum. To cover the gap, utility man Ezequiel Durán has stepped into the starting shortstop role, while the club also recalled Dylan Moore to help bolster the infield depth. Even with those adjustments, replacing Seager’s bat, leadership, and clutch performances will be nearly impossible.
Seager’s injury comes at the worst possible time for Texas. The Rangers currently sit third in the AL West, trailing the Houston Astros by 6.5 games and sitting 4.5 games behind a wild-card berth. With fewer than five weeks left in the regular season, every game counts, and losing their offensive anchor could derail what was already a razor-thin playoff push.
The Rangers have been battered by injuries throughout 2025, with stars such as Adolis García, Marcus Semien, and Evan Carter all missing time at various points. Yet Seager’s absence stings more than most—not only is he one of the team’s most consistent run producers, but he has also built a reputation as a postseason hero, earning World Series MVP honors twice in his career. His track record in big moments makes his health all the more vital heading into September.
For now, Rangers fans are left anxiously awaiting updates on Seager’s recovery timeline. While an appendectomy typically sidelines athletes for several weeks, the hope in Arlington is that Seager can return in time to spark a late playoff surge. Until then, the rest of the roster must find a way to stay afloat without their leader, knowing that the team’s October dreams may hinge on how quickly their superstar shortstop can make his way back to the diamond.
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