Texas Rangers Release Two Players

The Texas Rangers released two players as they continued to fine-tune their roster ahead of the upcoming MLB season.

Reyes Moronta, a right-handed pitcher, was granted his release after struggling during spring training, allowing 10 runs in just 5 2/3 innings, and posting a 15.88 ERA.

Meanwhile, outfielder Joe McCarthy, who had signed a non-roster invite deal with the team in December, was released despite a respectable .258/.343/.387 batting line during spring training.

The Rangers announced today that the following players have been released from minor league contracts:
-OF Joe McCarthy
-RHP Reyes Moronta

— Texas Rangers PR (@TXRangersPR) March 24, 2023

Moronta's release was expected given his poor performance, and it was likely that he requested his release.

On the other hand, McCarthy's release may come as a surprise to some, as he showed potential during spring training, but was not included in the team's 40-man roster.

RELEASED: #Rangers have released RHP Reyes Moronta and OF Joe McCarthy.

— MLB Transaction Tracker (@MLBMovesTracker) March 24, 2023

As a free agent, McCarthy may be an option for other teams looking to bolster their outfield depth, but he may also need to improve his game in Triple-A to catch the attention of other teams. Photo Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports