Braves Sign Andrew McCutchen To Minor League Deal
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- Veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen has signed a minor league deal with the Atlanta Braves after being released by the Texas Rangers in late May.
- The Braves, dealing with injuries to key players Sean Murphy and Ronald Acuna Jr., are adding experienced hitters, having recently signed Carlos Santana and moved on from Rowdy Tellez.
- McCutchen, entering his 18th MLB season, struggled offensively with the Rangers, posting a 55 wRC+ and career-worst strikeout rate in limited appearances.
- Despite recent struggles, McCutchen showed solid performance in 2024 with the Pittsburgh Pirates, hitting 20 home runs and maintaining a 95 wRC+ over 135 games.
- McCutchen will begin his tenure with the Braves in the Florida Complex League to regain playing shape before potentially joining the major league roster.
