Rangers, Cory Abbott Agree To Minor League Deal
Briefly

Cory Abbott has signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers after an impressive run in the Mexican League. The 28-year-old right-handed pitcher, previously with the Cubs and Nationals, struggled with a 6.02 ERA in the majors but has shown improvement, achieving a 2.40 ERA in 15 innings with los Tecos de los Dos Laredos. This move follows the Rangers' strategy of acquiring depth in their pitching pool, particularly in light of injuries to their current rotation.
Abbott's signing shows Texas's strategy of acquiring experienced arms, especially with injuries plaguing their rotation. All new additions will bolster Triple-A, ready for MLB call-ups.
Despite a high home run rate in the majors, Abbott performed well in the Mexican League, achieving a 2.40 ERA in 15 innings—highlighting improvement.
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