May 7: The M’s announced today that Taveras has reported to the team with Thomas optioned to Triple-A as the corresponding move. May 6: The Mariners have claimed outfielder Leody Taveras from the Rangers, according to announcements from both clubs. The Rangers recalled outfielder Evan Carter to take his spot on the roster, a move that was previously reported. Right-hander Luis … [Read more...] about Mariners Claim Leody Taveras
Rangers Sign Robert Dugger To Minor League Deal
The Rangers have signed right-hander Robert Dugger to a minor league deal, reports Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News. McFarland also confirmed the Ty Blach signing, which MLBTR reported last week. Dugger, 29, has a bit of major league experience. He has 86 2/3 innings under his belt, mostly as a swingman/spot starter/long reliever. He has allowed 7.17 earned runs per … [Read more...] about Rangers Sign Robert Dugger To Minor League Deal
Rangers Hire Bret Boone As Hitting Coach
The Rangers announced Monday that they’ve hired former big leaguer Bret Boone as their new hitting coach. The three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger winner will take over as the top voice leading Rangers hitters. Offensive coordinator Donnie Ecker was fired just yesterday. Boone’s deal runs through the end of the 2025 season, per Jeff Wilson of RangersToday.com. The … [Read more...] about Rangers Hire Bret Boone As Hitting Coach
Rangers Place Leody Taveras On Outright Waivers
The Rangers have placed outfielder Leody Taveras on outright waivers, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reports. Taveras can continue playing for Texas until he is claimed, which differentiates the “outright waiver” process from a more standard designation for assignment. If a claim happens, Taveras’ new team will assume the rest of his 2025 salary, which is roughly $3.8MM … [Read more...] about Rangers Place Leody Taveras On Outright Waivers
Rangers Activate Corey Seager, Outright Dane Dunning
The Rangers announced this afternoon that they’ve activated star shortstop Corey Seager from the injured list. Jonathan Ornelas was optioned to Triple-A in order to make room for Seager’s return to the roster. In addition, the Rangers announced the righty Dane Dunning has cleared waivers and been given an outright assignment to Triple-A. Seager, 31, was shelved with a hamstring … [Read more...] about Rangers Activate Corey Seager, Outright Dane Dunning