September 1, 2008 German Duran has been recalled to the Rangers less than two weeks after he was sent down, according to the Star Telegram. Bill White was also added to the roster.
Our View:Duran will be a spare part and have no fantasy value with the Rangers since the club already has Chris Davis at third base and entrenched in the starting lineup, not to mention that Ian Kinsler is expected back in action in about a week at second base.
July 20, 2008 Infielder German Duran has been optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma, according to the Sports Network. The team activated Vincente Padilla from the DL, and Duran was viewed as expendable to free up a roster spot.
Our View:Duran held little fantasy value prior to his demotion, as he was hitting .225 with three homers and 11 RBI over 102 at-bats.
June 8, 2008 The Rangers recalled German Duran from Triple-A Oklahoma Sunday. To make room on the roster, Elizardo Ramirez was designated for assignment.
Our View:Duran is starting at third today and hitting last in the lineup.
May 30, 2008 The Dallas News reports that right-handed pitcher Kameron Loe and infielder German Duran were optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma on Thursday night.
Our View:The moves were made to make room for pitcher Kevin Millwood, who starts tonight after coming off the disabled list (strained right groin), and third baseman Travis Metcalf.
May 28, 2008 German Duran is expected to be sent down to Triple-A before Friday's game, according to MLB.com. The Rangers would like to give Duran regular playing time, which they haven't been able to do at the big-league level. Travis Metcalf will be recalled to replace him.
Our View:Ramon Vazquez has started each of the last four games at third and is hitting the ball well. Duran has more upside than Metcalf, so there's no point in him wasting away on the bench when he could be playing every day in the minors.
