Despite hitting .317 this spring and being able to play almost every position, the Rangers are reported to have released Frank Catalanotto to make room for outfielder Andruw Jones. The Mets have been rumored to be interested in the super sub for quite sometime. While he's another left handed hitter he's a much better option then Marlon Anderson. The 34 y/o has spent most of the last few years playing 1B and the corner outfield but does have major league experience at 3B, 2B and SS. He is a lifetime .292 hitter with a slg. pct. of .449. The Long Island native is familiar with the NY atmosphere and is known as a grinder type of player....The Rangers have told Frank Catalanotto that he will not be on the Opening Day roster. It's official. Andruw Jones is on the team. source TR Sullivan
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