Mark Canha Released From Rangers Deal
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- Mark Canha, a 37-year-old veteran first baseman/outfielder, has requested and been granted his release from the Texas Rangers' minor league deal to pursue major league opportunities elsewhere.
- Canha had a solid spring training but did not make the Rangers' major league roster, losing a final roster spot battle to Andrew McCutchen.
- The Rangers retained Canha in extended spring training due to his preference to stay local and avoid minor league travel, but no injuries on the major league roster have opened a spot for him.
- McCutchen's underwhelming performance in limited at-bats has prompted speculation about Canha potentially filling a similar role, though Canha's recent major league stats raise questions about his current effectiveness.
- Given Canha's recent lack of official game action and past performance, immediate major league offers seem unlikely, with minor league deals being the more probable option.
