Texas Rangers transactions: Yovani Gallardo has, as expected, been added to the 25 man and 40 man rosters today in advance of his start against the Colorado Rockies.
To make room for Gallardo on the active roster, the Rangers have optioned lefthanded pitcher Brandon Mann to AAA Round Rock. This is a bit of a surprise, as it means that the Rangers are sticking with a four man bench, at least for the time being, after having gone with a 3 man bench most of this season. It seemed likely that Ryan Rua, called up yesterday when Carlos Perez went to the disabled list, would get sent down.