Rangers make pre-Opening Day roster moves

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 21: Andrew McCutchen #4 of the Texas Rangers bats during the third inning of the spring training game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on March 21, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Jeremy Chen/Getty Images) | Getty Images With the Texas Rangers playing the first game of their season tomorrow, they announced the formal procedural moves to finalize their roster today. First of all, the Rangers have purchased the contract of outfielder/DH Andrew McCutchen.

To make room for him on the 40 man roster, the Rangers have designated outfielder Dairon Blanco for assignment. Infielder Cody Freeman has been placed on the 10 day injured list. Pitcher Cody Bradford has been placed on the 15 day injured list.

Veteran NRIs Austin Gomber, Cal Quantrill, Josh Sborz and Tyler Wade are staying with the organization and being assigned to Round Rock.