In a proactive move aimed at reinforcing their roster depth and supporting franchise star Corey Seager, the Texas Rangers have signed veteran infielder Alan Trejo and versatile outfielder Billy McKinney to minor league contracts—deals that could prove crucial as the team navigates a demanding stretch of the 2025 season.
The signings, reflected this week on the official MiLB transaction log, come as the Rangers seek to shore up key areas of their lineup amid injuries and offensive inconsistencies. Both Trejo and McKinney have already reported to Triple-A Round Rock, but insiders suggest their presence is being closely watched as potential call-ups in the coming weeks.
Trejo, a glove-first utility infielder who had a brief stint with the Rangers earlier this year, returns after a short call-up with the Colorado Rockies. He hit .175 in 13 MLB games during that run but brings with him five years of Major League experience and the kind of defensive versatility that could provide valuable relief for Seager and the infield crew. With Ezequiel Duran sidelined and Josh Smith battling inconsistency, Trejo’s arrival could be more strategic than it seems at first glance.
McKinney, 30, was recently released by the New York Mets after a rocky start at the Triple-A level but boasts a seasoned bat and positional flexibility in the outfield and at first base. Though his MLB numbers sit at a modest .209/.284/.386, McKinney has a strong track record in Triple-A—slashing .266/.354/.487 over eight seasons—and could bring timely left-handed power off the bench or even spot-start potential if injuries mount.
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The Rangers’ top brass have made no secret of their ambitions to repeat as AL contenders, and with Corey Seager recently returning from a hamstring injury, the club is clearly working to ensure he’s surrounded by a fully supported and balanced roster. Seager, already with six home runs and 12 RBIs through just 26 games this year, remains the team’s offensive anchor, and the front office is intent on keeping him fresh and focused for the long haul.
“Depth is everything in this league, especially in a 162-game grind,” one club insider told reporters. “We’re not just planning for tomorrow—we’re planning for October.”
With these moves, the Rangers are sending a message: they’re not waiting for problems to arise—they’re preparing now. Whether Trejo or McKinney make an immediate impact remains to be seen, but their additions give manager Bruce Bochy options, and options win games.
