Carter's career has taken a hit since a promising cameo late in 2023. Since then, he was limited to 45 games in 2024 due to back issues and was left off the Opening Day roster in 2025. He eventually made it back to the majors in early May when the Rangers cut ties with Leody Taveras. Unfortunately, Carter was limited due to more injuries: a quad strain in May and back issues in August. Upon his return from the back spasm-induced stay on the IL, he slashed 308/.419/.462 over eight games before a broken wrist ended his season after 63 games. It was another unfortunate turn of events for Carter, who had been receiving an extended leash against left-handed pitchers, against whom he has batted .087 with a .337 OPS during his MLB career. A November update indicated the wrist was 90 percent healed, and a normal offseason was expected. The Rangers need to improve offensively in 2025, and Carter should be given a role as the primary starter in center field against righties at the very least. Read Past Outlooks