Nathan Eovaldi has suffered a rotator cuff strain, an injury that is likely season-ending, according to information provided by Texas Rangers general manager Chris Young.

This is a tough blow for the Rangers, who are struggling to stay in the playoff race. Texas currently has a 66-67 record and is seven games behind the AL West-leading Houston Astros.

The injury put an end to what was an outstanding season for Eovaldi at 35. In 22 starts, he posted a 1.73 ERA, striking out 129 and walking just 21 in 130 innings.

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Eovaldi had already been sidelined for most of June with a triceps injury. Since his return, he had made nine starts before being diagnosed with the new shoulder injury.

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