The Rangers have signed Chase Anderson to a minor league contract, as reported by Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Anderson, who was released by the Red Sox earlier this month, is joining Texas after a varied 2023-24 offseason.
Anderson, 36, initially signed a minor league deal with the Pirates but was released just before the season began. Shortly after, he secured a major league contract with the Red Sox, valued at $1.25 million guaranteed. Traditionally a starting pitcher, Anderson transitioned to a bullpen role in Boston, pitching 52 innings across 27 games with a 4.85 ERA and 4.92 SIERA. His strikeout rate of 15.6% was the lowest of his career, and his pitch velocity remained steady despite the change in role. Anderson’s performance was sufficient as a long reliever, but he was released after the Red Sox strengthened their bullpen at the trade deadline. Throughout his 11 MLB seasons, Anderson has played for eight different teams: the Diamondbacks, Brewers, Blue Jays, Phillies, Reds, Rays, Rockies, and Red Sox. He has also been part of the Rangers, Tigers, and Pirates organizations, though he did not pitch in the majors for those clubs. Should his second tenure with Texas prove successful, the Rangers will become the ninth MLB team he has played for.
The Rangers, always in need of pitching depth, especially veteran relievers, see Anderson as a potential asset. With limited experienced and recently successful relievers in their organization, Anderson’s addition could provide necessary support. If Texas adds Anderson to their major league roster, they will owe him a prorated portion of the minimum salary, with the Red Sox covering the remainder of his guaranteed 2024 salary.
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