In MLB, having quality depth is important, especially in the stretch run.
Despite the trade deadline having passed already and options at this point being limited, the Texas Rangers are reportedly adding a veteran infielder as depth.
“The Rangers have signed Josh Harrison to a minor league deal, according to his agency,” Rangers insider Evan Grant tweeted.
The Rangers have signed Josh Harrison to a minor league deal, according to his agency https://t.co/YcpdBVwF2j
— Evan Grant (@Evan_P_Grant) August 15, 2023
Harrison is already 36 years old: time flies, especially considering that he made his MLB debut in 2011.
He is capable of covering most infield positions, although he has the most experience at second and third base.
The veteran could also be deployed in an outfield corner.
He represents a useful profile and could probably have a role in Texas next month or even before, if he is needed.
At this point, however, there is not much juice left in his bat.
In 41 games for the Philadelphia Phillies this year, Harrison slashed .204/.263/.291 with a .554 OPS.
That’s really poor offensive performance and probably the reason behind the Phillies’ decision to release him earlier this month.
Still, the Rangers are dealing with an unfortunate injury to Josh Jung, who has been brilliant this season at third base.
That means it’s not a bad idea to bring in Harrison just in case their depth suffers another blow.
Harrison is actually a two-time All-Star back in his Pittsburgh Pirates days, in 2014 and 2017.
He has plenty of things to bring to the table for a hungry team like the Rangers, having its best season in recent memory and looking like a lock to make the postseason.
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