ARLINGTON, TEXAS – Veteran outfielder and designated hitter Andrew McCutchen will begin his 18th season in the Major Leagues after securing a spot on the Texas Rangers’ Opening Day roster. The team’s management announced this.
McCutchen, who signed a minor league contract with the Rangers in early March, managed to secure his place on the team thanks to his performance during spring training. There, he recorded a batting average of .444, with three doubles, a home run, and an OPS of 1.361 in limited playing time.
The experienced player, recognized as the National League’s Most Valuable Player in 2013 and a five-time All-Star, will play his first season with Texas. Previously, McCutchen played the last seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates, the team where he began his career in 2009 and became a key figure.
Throughout his career, McCutchen has also played for the San Francisco Giants, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Milwaukee Brewers, solidifying a distinguished career in Major League Baseball.
In the 2025 season, the veteran batted .239 with 13 home runs, 57 RBIs, and an OPS of .700 with Pittsburgh. He was primarily used as a designated hitter, especially against left-handed pitchers.
With his inclusion in the roster, McCutchen will bring experience and offensive depth to the Rangers, who see in him a valuable piece in the rotation as a designated hitter and as an alternative in the outfield.
The presence of McCutchen on the team also means leadership and veteran presence within the clubhouse, in a season in which Texas will seek to be a protagonist from the start.
