ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers optioned second baseman Josh Smith to Triple-A Round Rock on Friday, just days after his return to the majors from missing 37 games because of injuries and a bout with viral meningitis.

Texas brought up outfielder Jarred Kelenic, the sixth overall pick by the New York Mets in the 2018 draft. The left-hander had hit .340 (17 of 50) with three homers, 11 RBIs, 12 runs and eight walks in 13 games for Round Rock since signing a minor league deal with the Rangers on June 1. He played 19 games earlier this season for the Chicago White Sox.

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