Former Yankees Catcher Agrees to Deal With Rangers: Report

• Updated Dec 2, 2024 at 8:28pm

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According to Bob Nigthengale of USA Today, former New York Yankees catcher Kyle Higashioka has agreed to a two-year deal with the Texas Rangers.

“The Texas Rangers sign catcher Kyle Higashioka to a two-year deal and mutual option in 2027,” Nightengale wrote on December 2.

Nightengale added that the ex-Yankees catcher is loved for his defensive abilities, and his increased power numbers lead to optimism about him as a player.

“Higashioka is loved for his defensive skills and hit a career-high 17 homers last year in 246 at-bats with the San Diego Padres,” Nigthengale added.

How much Higashioka signed for has yet to be announced, but it shouldn’t be for too much.