Gomez unsurprisingly went unclaimed after opening the season with an 8.22 ERA in 15.1 innings. He hasn't recorded an ERA below 4.68 since 2015, so he's likely to be stuck looking for a minor-league contract.

The move hardly comes as a surprise, as Gomez recorded an 8.22 ERA and a 1.89 WHIP in 15.1 innings of relief this season. He'll make room on the roster for Kyle Bird.

Gomez had been a reasonably serviceable arm out of the Rangers' bullpen until he had to face the hottest hitting team in baseball. The Astros pummeled starter Drew Smyly, who lasted just 3.2 innings, setting the stage for a line of Texas relievers. Gomez squelched a threat in the fourth inning but was tattooed for three consecutive doubles and a single in the fifth inning before getting pulled. The 31-year-old will continue in a middle-relief role for now.

Gomez was one of three non-roster invitees to break camp with the Rangers, joining infielder Logan Forsythe and outfielder Hunter Pence. The 31-year-old right-hander is expected to work in middle relief for Texas to begin the season.