Rangers DFA five-time All-Star Andrew McCutchen after rough start to 2026
Andrew McCutchen has been designated for assignment by the Texas Rangers after a disappointing start to the 2026 season. The five-time All-Star struggled at the plate, hitting just .192 with one home run in 92 plate appearances. McCutchen's future in Major League Baseball is uncertain as he hits the waiver wire.
- ▪Andrew McCutchen was designated for assignment by the Texas Rangers to make room for infielder Nicky Lopez.
- ▪He had a brief spring training performance with nine hits in 21 at-bats but struggled during the regular season.
- ▪McCutchen's career statistics include a .271 batting average, 333 home runs, and 220 stolen bases.
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- ▪ Rangers DFA Andrew McCutchen — Yahoo Sports
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 18:57:43 -0400 |
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MLB Rangers DFA five-time All-Star Andrew McCutchen after rough start to 2026 By Dylan Svoboda Published May 27, 2026, 6:57 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Andrew McCutchen is out of a job. The five-time All-Star was designated for assignment by the Rangers on Wednesday to open up a roster spot for free agent infielder Nicky Lopez. After getting nine hits in 21 at-bats, including a home run and three doubles, during a brief spring appearance, McCutchen, 39, made Texas’ Opening Day roster after signing a minor league deal in March. He was plugged into the Rangers’ lineup as their designated hitter on Opening Day.
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