Rangers release Blaine Crim, likely pursuing overseas opportunity

The Texas Rangers have released first baseman Blaine Crim, reducing their 40-man roster to 39. Crim, 29, was drafted by the Rangers in 2019 and made limited appearances in the majors, hitting.000 in 11 at-bats earlier this season. After time in the minor leagues, he was claimed by the Colorado Rockies and performed adequately before returning to AAA Round Rock. Sources suggest that Crim may be heading to play in Korea or Japan, where he could earn a better salary than in the minors.

• 11:51 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers release Blaine Crim