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What can the Texas Rangers Expect from Edinson Volquez in 2019?

By Kenneth Nash

MIAMI, FL - JUNE 20: Edinson Volquez #36 of the Miami Marlins pitches during a game against the Washington Nationals at Marlins Park on June 20, 2017 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
MIAMI, FL - JUNE 20: Edinson Volquez #36 of the Miami Marlins pitches during a game against the Washington Nationals at Marlins Park on June 20, 2017 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) /
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SEATTLE, WA – APRIL 19: Starting pitcher Edinson Volquez #36 gestures as he comes off the field after pitching in a game Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field on April 19, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. The Mariners won 10-5. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WA – APRIL 19: Starting pitcher Edinson Volquez #36 gestures as he comes off the field after pitching in a game Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field on April 19, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. The Mariners won 10-5. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images) /

Will He Last The Full Season?

I would venture to say that Volquez won’t last the entire season in the Texas Rangers rotation. With his injury history, it wouldn’t be shocking to see him have a few stints on the DL. A mixture of injuries and struggles could see him reverted to a bullpen role for the rebuilding Rangers.

Conversely, if he performs above expectations, he could find himself on the trade market come the summer of 2019. A veteran making just $2 million, he represents a good depth option for contending clubs who may be interested in him as a reliever who can pitch multiple innings.

Whatever the reason, I would lean more towards Volquez not making it the entire season in the Texas Rangers rotation.

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