Former Colorado Rockies outfielder Brad Hawpe is looking for employment, and he could end up with the Texas Rangers. Here’s why:
He’s from the area. Hawpe played at Fort Worth Boswell High School.
He has a relationship with Rangers’ hitting coach Clint Hurdle, his former manager with the Rockies.
The Rangers need an outfield replace for Nelson Cruz who can’t come off the disabled list until August 30.
General manager Jon Daniels declined comment on Hawpe, but he said the Rangers would consider adding the right piece, according to The Dallas Morning News.
“We’ve looked around while Nellie’s been out,” Daniels said. “For the most part, what we’ve got is what we’ve got. But we’re always open to adding a guy who might be able to help us fill a role.”
Hawpe, 31, is owed approximately $2.2 million for the remainder of the year. He’s batting .255 with with seven home runs and 37 RBIs this season with the Roc...
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