Rangers Re-Sign Veteran Reliever Ryan Brasier to Minor League Deal

Brasier looks to earn his way back to the majors after struggling with injuries and performance issues in recent seasons.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 7:48pm

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The Texas Rangers have re-signed veteran right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier to a minor league contract, giving the 35-year-old another chance to prove himself and potentially earn a spot on the big league roster. Brasier, who has nine years of MLB experience primarily with the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers, was released by the Rangers just before the start of the 2026 season after failing to make the team's Opening Day roster out of Spring Training.

Why it matters

Brasier's signing represents the Rangers' continued efforts to build organizational pitching depth, especially in the bullpen, as they look to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2024. While Brasier's recent injury history and declining performance have diminished his stock, the Rangers are hoping he can regain his form and provide valuable veteran experience and leadership at the Triple-A level.

The details

After being released by the Rangers in March, Brasier struggled in Spring Training, allowing seven runs (six earned) over eight appearances. The Rangers are now giving him another chance to prove himself and potentially earn a call-up to the big league club later in the season. Brasier will report to the Rangers' Triple-A affiliate in Round Rock, where he'll look to rebuild his stuff and regain the form that made him an effective reliever for the Dodgers in 2023 and 2024.

  • Brasier was released by the Rangers just prior to the start of the 2026 MLB season.
  • He has re-signed with the Rangers on a minor league deal and will report to their Triple-A affiliate in Round Rock to open the 2026 campaign.

The players

Ryan Brasier

A 35-year-old right-handed relief pitcher with nine years of MLB experience, primarily with the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers. Brasier is looking to earn his way back to the major leagues after struggling with injuries and performance issues in recent seasons.

Texas Rangers

The professional baseball team based in Arlington, Texas that competes in the American League West division of Major League Baseball. The Rangers are looking to build organizational pitching depth as they aim to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2024.

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What they’re saying

“We're glad to have Ryan back in the organization. He's a veteran presence who can provide valuable experience and leadership at the Triple-A level as he looks to work his way back to the majors.”

— Chris Young, General Manager, Texas Rangers

What’s next

Brasier will report to the Rangers' Triple-A affiliate in Round Rock, where he'll look to regain his form and performance in order to earn a potential call-up to the big league club later in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

This signing represents the Rangers' continued efforts to build organizational pitching depth, particularly in the bullpen, as they look to return to the playoffs. While Brasier's recent injury history and declining performance have diminished his stock, the Rangers are hoping he can rediscover his previous success and provide valuable veteran experience and leadership at the minor league level.