Defending World Series Champions Sign 2-Time All-Star to Minor League Deal: Reports


by Newsweek

Newsweek— Pitcher Johnny Cueto, an All-Star in San Francisco, is reuniting with manager Bruce Bochy in Texas.The 38-year-old right-hander has signed a minor league contract with the Rangers, according to multiple reports Tuesday. The contract, which has yet to be officially announced by the team, is worth a reported $1.6 million if Cueto is in the major leagues:Cueto became a free agent after an underwhelming 2023 season in which he appeared in 13 games (10 starts) with the Miami Marlins. He went 1-4 with...

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