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Rangers receive bad news after Josh Smith's alarming hospital scare
TL;DR
Texas Rangers second baseman Josh Smith has been hospitalized with viral meningitis, adding to the team's roster challenges. The Rangers lost 2-0 to the Houston Astros, dropping their record to 21-23.
Key points
- Josh Smith hospitalized with viral meningitis
- Texas Rangers lost 2-0 to Houston Astros
- Rangers record now stands at 21-23
- Team faces roster challenges off the field
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The Texas Rangers lost 2-0 to the Houston Astros on Saturday, managing only one hit over eight innings. The loss drops the Rangers to 21-23, leaving them in third place in the AL West.
Along with the defeat, they face growing roster problems off the field as second baseman Josh Smith is now reportedly hospitalized with viral meningitis.
However, the bad news the Rangers community got right after admitting him to the hospital was absolutely unexpected.
Josh Smith's viral meningitis diagnosis delivers Rangers another blow
Josh Smith visited a doctor on Wednesday after feeling ill and was diagnosed with so-called Aseptic meningitis. He last played in Detroit, where he went 0-for-3.
The Baton Rouge native will remain in a Dallas-area hospital until he recovers. According to latest report, it will take around 7 to 10 days. The team will design a return-to-play program only after he can resume physical activity.
Just to recap, viral meningitis is the most common form of the illness and most patients recover fully through rest. However, the unexpected illness creates a difficult setback for a player trying to secure an everyday role.
Q&A
What illness is Josh Smith hospitalized for?
Josh Smith is hospitalized with viral meningitis.
How did the Texas Rangers perform in their recent game?
The Texas Rangers lost 2-0 to the Houston Astros, managing only one hit over eight innings.
What is the current record of the Texas Rangers?
The Texas Rangers have a current record of 21-23.
What impact does Josh Smith's hospitalization have on the Rangers?
Josh Smith's hospitalization adds to the growing roster problems for the Texas Rangers.
