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.
McCutchen, who signed a minor league contract with the Rangers in early March, earned his spot on the team thanks to his performance during spring training, where he exhibited 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 defended the colors of the Pittsburgh Pirates, the team where he began his career in 2009 and became a key figure for the franchise.
Throughout his career, McCutchen has also played for the San Francisco Giants, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Milwaukee Brewers, solidifying a notable career in the Majors.
In the 2025 season, the veteran batted .239 with 13 home runs, 57 RBIs, and an OPS of .700 with Pittsburgh, being used primarily 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 the veteran a valuable piece as a designated hitter and as an alternative in the outfield.
The presence of McCutchen on the team also represents leadership and veteran presence within the locker room, in a season in which Texas will seek to stand out from the beginning.
