Overview
- Herrera joins Texas on a minor-league contract with an invitation to big-league spring training, as first reported by El Extrabase and echoed by multiple outlets.
- Herrera, a switch-hitter, departs the Diamondbacks after more than a decade in the organization and four MLB seasons totaling 562 plate appearances with a .200 average.
- Defensive evaluations from Baseball Prospectus and Statcast credit Herrera with solid blocking and running-game control, with below-average pitch framing.
- The move follows Texas finalizing a two-year, $14.5 million deal with Danny Jansen, who will form a veteran catching tandem with returner Kyle Higashioka.
- With Jonah Heim non-tendered, Herrera profiles as organizational depth off the 40-man roster and could be next in line if an injury opens a catching spot.