I think Matt Harrison would likely be a better comparison.
I think most Rangers look at deGrom's situation more similar to McC's from a health perspective. Having said that, deGrom has 2 CyYoungs and has pitched over 140 IP in a season six times. LMJ has done it once.
In 9 seasons with MLB, LMJ has "Qualified" (Reached 1IP/G= 162 IP) only once. Barely. 162.1IP.
But, now that he is 30...almost 31... he'll remain healthy.
I think most Rangers look at deGrom's situation more similar to McC's from a health perspective. Having said that, deGrom has 2 CyYoungs and has pitched over 140 IP in a season six times. LMJ has done it once.
In 9 seasons with MLB, LMJ has "Qualified" (Reached 1IP/G= 162 IP) only once. Barely. 162.1IP.
But, now that he is 30...almost 31... he'll remain healthy.