Texas Rangers Add Former MVP Andrew McCutchen to Opening Day Roster
The longtime Pirate hit the ground running at Rangers camp: “This is just the beginning for me.”
Texas Rangers Announce Former MVP Outfielder Andrew McCutchen Has Made Opening Day Roster
The Texas Rangers confirmed today that veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen has earned a spot on the team's opening day roster following an impressive spring training performance. McCutchen, who won the National League Most Valuable Player award in 2013 during his storied tenure with the Pittsburgh Pirates, showed the organization enough during camp to warrant a place on the 26-man roster as the team prepares for the start of the regular season.
McCutchen wasted no time making an impression after arriving at Rangers camp, posting strong numbers at the plate and demonstrating that he still possesses the competitive fire that made him one of baseball's most dynamic players for over a decade. The veteran outfielder spoke with enthusiasm about his new chapter in Arlington, telling reporters, "This is just the beginning for me." His leadership presence in the clubhouse was also noted by teammates and coaching staff alike as a valuable addition to the roster.
The 37-year-old McCutchen spent the first nine seasons of his major league career in Pittsburgh, where he became the face of the franchise and earned five All-Star selections in addition to his MVP honor. He has since played for the San Francisco Giants, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Milwaukee Brewers, accumulating over 2,100 career hits and more than 300 home runs across his lengthy career. His experience and versatility made him an attractive option for a Rangers organization looking to bolster its outfield depth.
Rangers manager Bruce Bochy expressed confidence in the decision, noting that McCutchen's professionalism and work ethic set the tone throughout spring training. The team believes McCutchen can contribute both offensively and as a mentor to the club's younger players. With opening day just around the corner, McCutchen is poised to begin the next chapter of a career that has already cemented his place among the most respected players of his generation.