The Texas Rangers officially announced a few moves Thursday morning with an eye on 2026 spring training.
The club announced it had agreed to minor-league deals with seven players, including veteran catcher José Herrera. Joining Herrera on the list of signings were infielder Jonah Bride, right-hander Gavin Collyer, catcher Cooper Johnson, infielder Andrew Velazquez, left-hander Anthony Veneziano and utility player Tyler Wade.
Each of those deals comes with an invite to the Rangers’ spring training camp.
Herrera is a notable addition to the Rangers’ catching platoon. The club has prioritized that position over the offseason, signing Danny Jansen after winter meetings concluded.
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Johnson is a familiar face for the Rangers, as he was a non-roster invitee for spring training in 2025. Collyer also has experience with the organization, making appearances at Double-A Frisco and Triple-A Round Rock last season.
Meanwhile, Bride previously had some success playing under new Rangers manager Skip Schumaker. Bride, who turns 30 on Dec. 27, slashed .276/.357/.461/.818 in 71 games and 272 plate appearances for Schumaker’s Marlins in 2024.
Velazquez and Wade bring versatility for the spring. Velazquez, who spent the 2025 season at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, has seen starts at shortstop, second base and third base. Wade, who played in San Diego for the 2025 campaign, played in seven defensive positions last year.
Veneziano rounds out the non-roster invitees. He posted a 4.68 ERA in 26 games with Miami and St. Louis last season.
The Rangers also announced some key dates for their 2026 spring training camp. The club’s first pitcher/catcher workout is scheduled for Feb. 10, while the first full squad workout is set for Feb. 15.
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