Rangers' Josh Jung Sidelined with Calf Strain, Expected to Miss Opening Weeks of Season
Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung faces another setback with a low-grade calf strain, marking his third consecutive injury-hit Spring Training.
- Josh Jung, Texas Rangers third baseman, is expected to be sidelined for approximately three weeks due to a low-grade calf strain.
- The injury occurred while Jung was fielding grounders, continuing his streak of Spring Training setbacks.
- Despite the injury, Jung is anticipated to be ready for Opening Day, according to Rangers staff.
- Jung's professional career has been marred by injuries, including a stress fracture, a torn labrum, and a fractured thumb in previous years.
- Jung had a strong rookie season, making the All-Star team and contributing to the Rangers' World Series win with a .266 batting average, 23 homers, and 70 RBIs.