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Rangers Sign Former Mets Outfielder Mark Canha to Minor League Deal
Veteran outfielder joins Texas on non-roster invite to Spring Training
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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The Texas Rangers have signed former New York Mets outfielder Mark Canha to a minor league contract with an invitation to Spring Training. Canha, a 37-year-old veteran, will look to earn a spot on the Rangers' roster as outfield and infield depth after spending the 2025 season with the Kansas City Royals.
Why it matters
The Rangers have been active in reshaping their roster this offseason, and the addition of Canha provides them with an experienced veteran presence and potential depth option in the outfield and infield. While Canha's production has declined in recent years, he was a solid contributor during his time with the Mets and could be a low-risk, high-reward signing if he can rediscover his previous form.
The details
Canha, an 11-year MLB veteran, has played for six different teams in his career, most recently with the Royals in 2025 where he struggled with a .212 batting average and .537 OPS. Prior to that, he spent two seasons with the Mets, where he posted a .259 batting average and .754 OPS. Earlier in his career, Canha had a productive seven-year stint with the Oakland Athletics, accumulating 10.4 bWAR.
- The Rangers signed Canha on February 15, 2026, which happens to be his birthday.
The players
Mark Canha
A 37-year-old veteran outfielder who has played for six different MLB teams over his 11-year career, most recently with the Kansas City Royals in 2025.
Texas Rangers
The Major League Baseball team based in Arlington, Texas that competes in the American League West division.
What they’re saying
“Rangers are signing Mark Canha as a non-roster invitee to spring”
— Evan Grant, Reporter (The Dallas Morning News)
What’s next
Canha will join the Rangers for Spring Training in February 2026, where he will look to earn a spot on the team's MLB roster as outfield and infield depth.
The takeaway
The Rangers' signing of veteran outfielder Mark Canha to a minor league deal with a Spring Training invite represents a low-risk, high-reward move that could provide the team with additional depth and experience in the outfield and infield if Canha is able to recapture his previous form.
