Braves sign Andrew McCutchen to minor league deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 6:07 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
The Atlanta Braves signed outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract on July 3, 2026. McCutchen, a former NL MVP, was released by the Texas Rangers after a challenging stint where he hit.192 in 37 games. With an aging roster, the Braves have pursued veterans for additional offensive support, previously signing Carlos Santana to a similar contract. McCutchen is expected to report to Triple-A Gwinnett, providing the Braves with depth as they lead the NL East with a 50-35 record. Additionally, the Braves recalled right-hander Anthony Molina and designated Ian Hamilton for assignment.
- •Braves signed Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract.
- •McCutchen hit.192 in 37 games with the Texas Rangers this season.
- •Braves lead the NL East with a 50-35 record as of July 3.
- •McCutchen expected to report to Triple-A Gwinnett.
- •Braves also recalled right-hander Anthony Molina.
- 3:07 AMYahoo Sports — Braves sign former NL MVP Andrew McCutchen to minor league deal in ongoing search for a veteran bat
- 7:02 PMESPN MLB — Braves sign OF McCutchen to minor league deal
"The Atlanta Braves have signed former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract in their ongoing search for a veteran who can provide offensive help.
"The Braves signed former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract on Friday in their ongoing search for a veteran who can provide offensive help.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 3:07 AMBraves sign former NL MVP Andrew McCutchen to minor league deal in ongoing search for a veteran bat
The Atlanta Braves have signed former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract in their ongoing search for a veteran who can provide offensive help.
- ESPN MLBJul 3, 2026, 7:02 PMBraves sign OF McCutchen to minor league deal
The Braves signed former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract on Friday in their ongoing search for a veteran who can provide offensive help.
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