The Rangers made a cluster of moves at the start of the All-Star break on Monday, including the activation of two players from the disabled list.
Catcher Carlos Perez (left ankle sprain) was reinstated from the 10-day DL and assigned to Triple-A Round Rock. Left-hander Joe Palumbo (Tommy John recovery) was activated from the 60-day DL and optioned to High-A Down East.
Outfielder Austin Jackson, who was acquired in a July 8 trade with the Giants, cleared waivers and is a free agent. Left-hander Yohander Mendez moved to Double-A Frisco from Down East.