Corey Seager has returned to the Texas Rangers after a 23-game absence due to lower back inflammation. The shortstop was activated from the injured list on Friday. Seager had been out since July 1 and recently played in a rehabilitation assignment for Double-A Frisco, where he homered in two games.

The Rangers, who are currently in first place in the AL West, face the Houston Astros in a pivotal series, with Seager's return coming at a key time for the team. Further details on Seager's return and the upcoming series are available from the source.