Veteran pitcher Johnny Cueto has inked a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers, marking a reunion with his former manager Bruce Bochy. The 38-year-old right-hander, a four-time All-Star, brings a wealth of experience to the Rangers’ rotation, which has been depleted by injuries this season. Cueto, who spent four seasons pitching for Bochy in San Francisco, boasts a 144-111 record with a 3.50 ERA in his career. He was a key member of the Kansas City Royals team that won the 2015 World Series, tossing a complete-game victory in Game 2 against the New York Mets. After the 2015 season, Cueto signed a six-year contract with the Giants. However, injuries, including a torn right UCL that required Tommy John surgery in 2018, limited his playing time. He appeared in just one postseason game as a Giant, allowing one run in eight innings against the eventual-champion Chicago Cubs in the 2016 NLDS. The Rangers’ current rotation consists of five starters who are all over the age of 29. Cueto’s experience and postseason success could prove invaluable if he can make it to the major leagues. The Rangers, who won their first World Series title in franchise history last year, are looking to defend their crown in 2024. Cueto’s signing is a testament to the Rangers’ commitment to building a strong and experienced pitching staff.
Johnny Cueto Signs with Texas Rangers on Minor League Deal
