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Grilli in Rangers bullpen: Veteran reliever back in Texas

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ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Jason Grilli has joined the Texas Rangers, giving them a veteran presence in a struggling bullpen.

Grilli was added the roster Monday, a day after Texas acquired him in a trade from the Toronto Blue Jays.

The Rangers also reinstated left-handed pitcher Martin Perez from the 10-day disabled list to start to start the series opener against Boston. To make room on the 25-man roster, right-hander Keone Kela was put on the 10-day DL with right shoulder soreness and lefty Dario Alvarez was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock.

Texas has a majors-high 17 blown saves this season, matching their total from all of 2016.