Wyatt Langford, the Texas Rangers’ top prospect, will be on the Opening Day roster.
Manager Bruce Bochy confirmed to reporters Friday the promotion for Langford, the No. 4 pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, who was a non-roster invitee to camp.
“He’s with us. He’s earned it,” Bochy said. “It’s well-deserved with the spring he’s had.”
In 17 games, the 22-year-old outfielder has hit for a .388 average with six home runs and 19 RBIs.
The Rangers signed Langford to an $8 million bonus last July. He played collegiately at Florida and hit 47 homers over the past two seasons.
He rose rapidly through the Texas farm system last summer, debuting in the Arizona Rookie League on July 28 and ending up at Triple-A Round Rock. In 44 games across four pro levels, Langford hit .360 with 17 doubles, 10 home runs, 30 RBIs and 12 stolen bases. He walked 36 times and struck out 34.
The Rangers, coming off their first World Series win in 2023, have a strong outfield with Evan Carter, who also qualifies as a rookie, American League championship series MVP Adolis García and Leody Taveras.
The Rangers open the 2024 season at home Thursday against the Chicago Cubs.
–Field Level Media
Free-agent closer Kenley Jansen has agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels, multiple media outlets reported Tuesday. The right-hander is heading into his 16th season…
The New York Yankees agreed to a minor league deal with left-hander Tyler Matzek, MassLive and the New York Post reported Monday. The 34-year-old veteran will add some bullpen depth…
CC Sabathia, who pitched the last 11 seasons of his 19-year Major League career in New York, will be wearing a Yankees cap in his Hall of Fame plaque. The…
Reports: Yankees sign LHP Tyler Matzek to minor league deal
Caps revealed for Hall of Fame Class of 2025 plaques
Brewers unveil Bob Uecker uniform patches for season
Reports: Dodgers retain utility man Enrique Hernandez
Field Level Media - Professional sports content solutions | FLM
