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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 29: Andrew McCutchen #4 of the Texas Rangers is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after hitting a three-run home run in the fourth inning during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on March 29, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Hunter Martin/Getty Images)
On Wednesday night, the Texas Rangers will continue their series with the Houston Astros.
They are coming off a 10-7 win on Tuesday.
Andrew McCutchen did not play in the game.
MLB World Reacts To McCutchen News
GettyAndrew McCutchen #4 of the Texas Rangers at bat against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on April 17, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.
Ahead of Wednesday’s game, the Rangers announced that they have designated McCutchen for assignment.
Underdog MLB wrote: “Andrew McCutchen designated for assignment by the Rangers.”
Andrew McCutchen designated for assignment by the Rangers.
Here’s what people were saying about the news:
@MLBONFOX: “The Rangers have designated Andrew McCutchen for assignment. McCutchen hit .192 with a .537 OPS in 73 at-bats for the Rangers this season.”
@SleeperRangers: “The Rangers have DFA’d Andrew McCutchen. After a great start to the year, the 39-year-old has struggled at the plate. He was slashing .192/.277/.260 with 1 home run and 5 RBIs. In addition, Texas has signed INF Nicky Lopez to a one-year deal.”
@ThePoniExpress: “I think this is it for Andrew McCutchen. And should be it. One of the greatest Pirates of all-time. Brought winning baseball back to Pittsburgh. He’ll have special place in our baseball history forever.”
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar