Rangers Designate McCutchen for Assignment

The 39-year-old outfielder, who joined the Rangers on a minor league contract in spring training, started only 16 games (9 as DH, 6 in outfield). McCutchen had two doubles, one home run, five RBIs, and 21 plate appearances as a pinch hitter - the most among MLB players this season.

The Rangers signed infielder Nicky Lopez to a major league contract as a replacement. McCutchen, a career .271 hitter with 333 homers over 18 seasons, has seven days to be traded, released, or outrighted to the minors. turconews.click