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- Updated: July 19, 2016
ANAHEIM — Rangers utility infielder Jurickson Profar made the most of his first start since the All-Star break. Starting at shortstop in Monday’s 9-5 loss to the Angels, Profar had a walk to begin a three-run first inning and had a couple of excellent defensive plays.
Expect the Rangers’ phones to continue to ring heavily from other teams checking in on Profar’s availability. Major League sources said the club is getting a “ton of calls” on Profar, with the Rays high among the callers.
He may be the Rangers’ best trade chip now that he is over two years of shoulder problems and flashing the talent that once made him the top Minor League prospect. Despite going 0-for-3, he is still hitting .318 on the season.
The Rays have three starting pitchers of interest to the Rangers in Matt Moore, Jake Odorizzi and Drew Smyly. The question is if the Rangers would be willing to settle for a mid-rotation starter for Profar.
All things considered, the Rangers would like to keep Profar. His versatility is an asset even though the Rangers haven’t fully exploited it yet. He could also end up as the …
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