ARILINGTON — A familiar name to the Arizona Diamondbacks is set to begin a new tenure with a different organization for the first time since joining the franchise in 2013.
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Jul 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Jose Herrera against the Houston Astros at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
According to El Extrabase’s Daniel Alvarez-Montes, former D-Backs catcher Jose Herrera has signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers.
Herrera, 28, spent more than a decade in the Arizona organization after signing as an amateur free agent. He made his major league debut in 2021 and served primarily as a backup catcher during his time with the club, providing defensive reliability when needed.
Aug 14, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Jose Herrera (11) rounds the bases on a two run home run in the second inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
The Venezuelan-born catcher hit .200 with a .539 OPS in his Diamondbacks career. He totaled three home runs and tied for sixth in franchise history with 27 sacrifice hits.
Herrera was designated for assignment during the 2025 season after fellow catcher Gabriel Moreno returned from injury in August.
Mar 28, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly (29) and catcher Jose Herrera (11) look on prior to the game against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images
With Moreno established as the team’s primary catcher, Adrian Del Castillo pushing for increased major league opportunities and James McCann re-signing for another season, Arizona has limited roster flexibility to retain Herrera.
The Rangers add catching depth with Herrera, who brings major league experience and veteran familiarity with pitching staffs.
FIRST CAREER HOME RUN FOR JOSE HERRERA!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/CKbIwNlWcM
— Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks) September 22, 2024
The move gives Texas a low-risk addition while providing Herrera an opportunity to work his way back to the majors.
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