Jarred Kelenic signs minor league contract with Texas Rangers after White Sox release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 8:26 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Jarred Kelenic, a former outfielder for the Atlanta Braves, has signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers following his release by the Chicago White Sox. Kelenic, 26, had a difficult tenure with the White Sox, posting a.226 average in 53 at-bats and striking out 33.9% of the time. With a history of struggles in the majors, including a.167 average with the Braves, this new opportunity may determine the trajectory of his career in MLB. Kelenic is looking to regain form and possibly turn around his performance.
- •Jarred Kelenic was released by the White Sox before signing with the Rangers.
- •He had a.226 batting average and 4 RBI in 53 at-bats this season.
- •Kelenic previously played two seasons with the Braves, hitting.222 over 472 at-bats.
- •He has struggled with consistency, having posted a.167 average in 2025.
- •This stint with the Rangers could be pivotal for Kelenic's MLB career.
- 8:26 PMYahoo Sports — Former Atlanta Braves bust outfielder continues to get MLB opportunities
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