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Rangers Sign Nicky Lopez, DFA Andrew McCutchen

The Rangers now have seven days to trade, release or outright McCutchen after swapping him for a defensive utility infielder.

May 19, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Texas Rangers designated hitter Andrew McCutchen (4) on deck in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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May 23, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Texas Rangers pinch hitter Andrew McCutchen (4) reacts after strike out during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Texas announced on May 27, 2026 that it signed infielder Nicky Lopez to a one-year major league deal and designated veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen for assignment.
  • McCutchen struggled in limited action this season, hitting .192 (14-for-73) with one home run and logging 21 pinch-hit plate appearances in 37 games for the Rangers.
  • Lopez, 31, brings defensive versatility with starts at five positions, a reported career .989 fielding percentage, and recent stops with Colorado’s Triple-A club and a short Cubs stint.
  • The DFA keeps the club at its 40-man roster limit and starts a seven-day window for the Rangers to trade, release or outright McCutchen while three pitchers remain on the 60-day injured list.
  • Local analysts questioned whether the move meaningfully upgrades the lineup and noted it could reflect concerns about infield depth or open more playing time for options such as Justin Foscue.