By choosing not to exercise his $7 million mutual option for the 2025 season, veteran reliever David Robertson of the Texas Rangers has made a crucial career choice and is now a free agent. The choice results in a $1.5 million buyout and is a big change for Robertson as he looks for options outside of the Rangers.Breaking: Today, David Robertson decides on the Rangers’ contract deal.
According to Jeff Wilson on X, “RHP David Robertson of the Rangers did not exercise the $7 million mutual option for 2025 and will become a free agent.”
Throughout his more than 16-year Major League Baseball career, Robertson has thrown for a number of well-known clubs, such as the Miami Marlins, Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago Cubs, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Chicago White Sox. With a 2.91 ERA and 177 saves during his long career in the major leagues, his total stats are excellent.
Daniel Robertson leaves the Rangers and becomes a free agent.
Given his impressive 2024 season performance, which may increase his market worth, Robertson’s choice to reject the mutual option might be viewed as a calculated strategic move. Although Robertson is 39 years old and approaching the normal retirement age for most sportsmen, his steady production may make him a useful addition to clubs seeking to reinforce their bullpen with a seasoned and capable setup man or closer.
agent his continued skill and tenacity as a pitcher.
