The Rangers designated Andrew McCutchen for assignment and signed Nicky Lopez to a one-year major league contract, a roster shuffle aimed at adding infield versatility.
The Texas Rangers designated Andrew McCutchen for assignment and signed infielder Nicky Lopez to a one-year major league contract, according to the club and MLB.
The move gives Texas a more versatile infield option while ending McCutchen's latest stint with the Rangers. AP reporting said McCutchen was cut after hitting .192 in 37 games for Texas.
The Rangers described Lopez as a versatile infield add. He gives the club another glove-first option as it reshapes the roster.
McCutchen's next step is unclear. If he clears waivers, Texas could release him or make another move, but no follow-up transaction had been announced at the time of publication.
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