Spring training roundup: Andrew McCutchen drives in key run in Rangers' debut

Former NL MVP McCutchen doubles home a run in Texas' 4-1 win over San Diego

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Former National League MVP Andrew McCutchen made his spring training debut with the Texas Rangers and doubled home a run in the fifth inning as Texas defeated San Diego, 4-1, on Monday in Peoria, Ariz. McCutchen, 39, signed a minor league deal with the Rangers on March 5 and went 1-for-3 as the designated hitter.

Why it matters

McCutchen is a veteran player looking to extend his career with the Rangers, who are hoping he can provide some veteran leadership and production to their lineup. The Rangers are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season and McCutchen's debut is an early positive sign for the team.

The details

In addition to McCutchen's RBI double, former Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo drove in Texas' second run with a second-inning triple. San Diego starter Randy Vasquez, expected to be the No. 4 or No. 5 starter, allowed two runs and five baserunners in four innings.

  • McCutchen signed a minor league deal with the Rangers on March 5.
  • The Rangers defeated the Padres 4-1 on Monday, March 10 in Peoria, Ariz.

The players

Andrew McCutchen

A 39-year-old former National League MVP who signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers in March 2026.

Brandon Nimmo

A former New York Mets outfielder who drove in a run for the Rangers with a second-inning triple.

Randy Vasquez

A San Diego Padres pitcher expected to be the team's No. 4 or No. 5 starter, who allowed two runs and five baserunners in four innings.

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The takeaway

McCutchen's debut with the Rangers is an encouraging sign for the veteran as he looks to extend his career, and the Rangers are hoping he can provide a veteran presence and production to help the team bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season.