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A backup catcher who did not hit, at all With the 2024 regular season over, it is time for us to go back and take a look at the players who appeared for the Texas Rangers this season.

MLB News / Pack Insider / January 18

Former NC State catcher Andrew Knizner has been signed by the Nationals

The Nationals signed former NC State catcher, Andrew Knizner on a minor league deal, but has been invited to the big league spring training. Knizner played for the St.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 18

Washington Nationals, Veteran Catcher Agree to Minor League Contract

The Washington Nationals have agreed to a deal with catcher Andrew Knizner, per a report in the Washington Post. The Nationals have not announced the deal.

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Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 17

Nationals add catching depth

Nats sign long time Cardinals backup Andrew Knizner While the Dodgers were out adding more generational Japanese talents, the Nationals made a move. They signed Andrew Knizner to a minor league deal with a spring training invite.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17

Nationals, Andrew Knizner Agree To Minor League Deal

The Nationals are in agreement with catcher Andrew Knizner on a minor league contract, reports Andrew Golden of The Washington Post. The CAA client will get a non-roster invitation to MLB Spring Training.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 18

Diamondbacks outright Andrew Knizner to Reno, release Dylan Floro

Diamondbacks catcher Andrew Knizner has cleared waivers and has been outrighted to Triple-A Reno. Knizner was designated for assignment on Saturday to make room for left-hander Brandon Hughes.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Diamondbacks Outright Andrew Knizner

Diamondbacks catcher Andrew Knizner cleared waivers following his recent DFA and has been assigned outright to Triple-A Reno, reports Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10

Blue Jays Claim Luis Frías Off Of Waivers From Diamondbacks

The Blue Jays have claimed Luis Frías off of waivers from the Diamondbacks, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. Arizona designated the right-hander for assignment on Thursday to make room for catcher Andrew Knizner on the 40-man roster.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Pack Insider / August 10

The Diamondbacks Claim Former All-ACC NC State Catcher Andrew Knizner

The Diamondbacks claimed former NC State All-ACC Catcher Andrew Knizner off waivers on Thursday. After spending his first 5 seasons in the Majors with St.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 8

Diamondbacks claim Andrew Knizner off waivers, designate Luis Frias for assignment

The Diamondbacks have claimed catcher Andrew Knizner off waivers and have optioned him to Triple-A Reno. As the corresponding 40-man roster move, the team has designated right-hander Luis Frías for assignment.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 8

Ex-Cardinals Fan-Favorite To Land With NL Contender, Per Insider

One former member of the St. Louis Cardinals is having a roller coaster of a year. Former Cardinals catcher and fan-favorite Andrew Knizner joined the Texas Rangers ahead of the 2024 campaign and appeared in 35 games but recently was designated for assignment.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 6

Ex-Cardinals Homegrown Talent DFA'd Following Lackluster Stint With New Team

The St. Louis Cardinals made their moves at the trade deadline this summer and should be equipped to chase down the Milwaukee Brewers for first place in the National League Central.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6

Rangers reinstate Mahle, designate Knizner for assignment

Rangers reinstate Tyler Mahle, designate Andrew Knizner for assignment

The Rangers announced that right-hander Tyler Mahle has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. In corresponding moves, the club optioned left-hander Walter Pennington and designated catcher Andrew Knizner for assignment.

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Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29

Rangers announce massive number of roster moves

The Rangers announced a massive slate of roster moves on Monday.

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MLB News / Lone Star Ball / July 20

46-52 - Rangers not much better in 8-4 loss to Baltimore

The Orioles hit several more home runs while the Rangers did not do that The Texas Rangers scored four runs but the Baltimore Orioles scored eight runs.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / April 21, 2024

12-11 - Rangers win battle of most momentum-changing play in baseball 6-4

Andrew Knizner’s three-run shot shifts tide for Texas The Texas Rangers scored six runs while the Atlanta Braves scored four runs. AJM calls it the most momentum-changing play in baseball.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / February 27, 2024

Andrew Knizner had 5 RBI’s, Rangers trounce Diamondbacks 10-3

Designated hitter Andrew Knizner had five RBI’s for the Texas Rangers as they claimed a 10-3 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday afternoon.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 12, 2024

Rangers Add Cardinals Free Agent To Replace Star After 19-Home Run Season

The St. Louis Cardinals made wholesale changes across their depth this winter in an attempt to revamp the roster after a last-place finish in the National League Central a year ago.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 12, 2024

Ex-Cardinals weapon heads to Rangers to provide depth for reigning World Series champs

The Texas Rangers are still celebrating the first World Series championship in franchise history. But as the Rangers look to run it back, Texas had to ensure they were fully equipped.

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 11, 2024

Texas Rangers Sign Former St. Louis Cardinals Catcher

The Texas Rangers have signed a catcher to a one-year contract as the rest of baseball was working to get deals done with arbitration-eligible players.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 12, 2024

Rangers sign former longtime Cardinals catcher

Knizner, 29 in February, will join a new organization for the first time in his career.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 19, 2023

Ex-Cardinals Catcher 'Name To Watch' For NL Foe After Eight-Year Stint In St. Louis

The St. Louis Cardinals entered this offseason with a strong group of position players and were mainly focused on retooling the pitching staff. With that said, two areas of concern that were dealt with included the logjam of outfielders and catchers-- both positions saw players traded or non-tendered.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 18, 2023