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MLB Rumors: Rangers have interest in White Sox pitcher

With Jacob deGrom out for the year, the Texas Rangers could use some starting rotation depth as they prepare for a postseason run in the American League. Texas’s return to prominence came perhaps a year early, but management won’t complain. Rangers general manager Chris Young has some work to do around the deadline, and one of his first calls was to the Chicago White Sox about Lance Lynn, per Bob Nightengale.

"“The Texas Rangers have shown strong interest in White Sox veteran starter Lance Lynn, who struck out a franchise-record 16 batters and 11 batters in two of his last four starts. Lynn is earning $18.5 million this year with an $18.5 million club option or $1 million buyout in 2024. Teams who have inquired say the White Sox continue to have a high asking price for him.”"

As Nightengale mentions, Lynn is coming off an impressive start in which he gave up just one hit against the Toronto Blue Jays over seven innings while striking out 13. Still, his regular-season ERA is over six for a reason. Lynn is a former All-Star, and it makes sense that the White Sox would demand a lot for him, but that price is bound to come down barring an impressive turnaround.

Texas should not overpay for Lynn, who has a club option for next season and will make $18.5 million this year. Considering his current value, he’s overpaid, and Chicago would be lucky to get much of anything for him.