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08-07-2025
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Rangers Announce News on Former Yankees Bust After Padres Game
Rangers Announce News on Former Yankees Bust After Padres Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Texas Rangers have been one of the more disappointing teams in baseball, thanks in large part to Joc Pederson's dramatic and unpredictable slide after his two-year, $37 million contract signing. Advertisement Because of Pederson, and a general offensive malaise for the Rangers, who rank 25th in baseball in runs scored and 27th in team OPS, they have had to take a flier on players who might not otherwise get a second chance. One of those players was outfielder Billy McKinney, who had a relatively long tenure with the Yankees in their disappointing 2023 season. New York Yankees left fielder Billy McKinney (57) hits a single in the fourth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Cruz-Imagn Images The Rangers announced they have outrighted McKinney once again to Triple-A after two games up in the bigs. The Rangers signed McKinney to a minor-league contract on May 27, immediately assigning him to Triple-A Round Rock. After hitting six home runs in 57 games down on the farm, McKinney was called up on July 1 after Evan Carter hit the bereavement list. Advertisement The 30-year-old McKinney, who could have earned a lengthier stay with a good stint, went 1-for-7 with a run scored in two games for Texas. McKinney played in just 10 MLB games in 2024, playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Dallas native has posted strong numbers in the minor leagues, including an .866 OPS and .299/.406/.460 slash in 43 games for Triple-A Indianapolis last year, but it just hasn't translated to the big leagues. McKinney saw his playing time for the Yankees expand in 2023 after Aaron Judge's lengthy injury suffered in June. McKinney may choose to become a free agent, or continue getting reps down in Round Rock. Advertisement Related: Rangers Predicted to Trade Surprise Pitcher After Loss to Blue Jays Related: Aaron Boone Sends 3-Word Message After Ex-Yankees Bust's New Career Move This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
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Rangers reinstate Carter from bereavement list, designate McKinney for assignment
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Texas Rangers reinstated outfielder Evan Carter from the bereavement list before Friday's series opener against the San Diego Padres and designated outfielder Billy McKinney for assignment. Advertisement Carter started in center field and batted fifth against the Padres. He was placed on the bereavement list prior to Tuesday's game against Baltimore, although he missed Monday's game as well. He last played on Sunday against Seattle, when he went 3 for 4 with two stolen bases and a run scored. The 22-year-old is hitting .283 with four home runs, 11 RBIs and eight steals in 32 games. The Rangers have seven days to trade, release, or outright McKinney to the minor leagues. He went 1 for 7 with a walk in two games after having his contract selected from Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday. ___ AP MLB: The Associated Press
Fox Sports
04-07-2025
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- Fox Sports
Rangers reinstate Carter from bereavement list, designate McKinney for assignment
Associated Press SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Texas Rangers reinstated outfielder Evan Carter from the bereavement list before Friday's series opener against the San Diego Padres and designated outfielder Billy McKinney for assignment. Carter started in center field and batted fifth against the Padres. He was placed on the bereavement list prior to Tuesday's game against Baltimore, although he missed Monday's game as well. He last played on Sunday against Seattle, when he went 3 for 4 with two stolen bases and a run scored. The 22-year-old is hitting .283 with four home runs, 11 RBIs and eight steals in 32 games. The Rangers have seven days to trade, release, or outright McKinney to the minor leagues. He went 1 for 7 with a walk in two games after having his contract selected from Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday. ___ AP MLB: recommended
Washington Post
04-07-2025
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- Washington Post
Rangers reinstate Carter from bereavement list, designate McKinney for assignment
SAN DIEGO — The Texas Rangers reinstated outfielder Evan Carter from the bereavement list before Friday's series opener against the San Diego Padres and designated outfielder Billy McKinney for assignment. Carter started in center field and batted fifth against the Padres. He was placed on the bereavement list prior to Tuesday's game against Baltimore, although he missed Monday's game as well. He last played on Sunday against Seattle, when he went 3 for 4 with two stolen bases and a run scored. The 22-year-old is hitting .283 with four home runs, 11 RBIs and eight steals in 32 games.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
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Rangers reinstate Carter from bereavement list, designate McKinney for assignment
Texas Rangers' Evan Carter, right, steals second base ahead of a tag by San Diego Padres shortstop Xander Bogaerts, left, during the second inning of a baseball game Friday, July 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy) SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Texas Rangers reinstated outfielder Evan Carter from the bereavement list before Friday's series opener against the San Diego Padres and designated outfielder Billy McKinney for assignment. Advertisement Carter started in center field and batted fifth against the Padres. He was placed on the bereavement list prior to Tuesday's game against Baltimore, although he missed Monday's game as well. He last played on Sunday against Seattle, when he went 3 for 4 with two stolen bases and a run scored. The 22-year-old is hitting .283 with four home runs, 11 RBIs and eight steals in 32 games. The Rangers have seven days to trade, release, or outright McKinney to the minor leagues. He went 1 for 7 with a walk in two games after having his contract selected from Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday. ___ AP MLB:
