The World Series champion Texas Rangers recently disclosed that veteran right-hander Johnny Cueto has agreed to a minor league contract, aiming to extend his career into a remarkable 17th major league season.

At 38 years old, Cueto is embarking on a journey to join his fourth team in as many seasons and sixth overall. His recent stints include 13 appearances (10 starts) for the Miami Marlins in the previous season and 25 appearances (24 starts) for the Chicago White Sox in 2022. His tenure with the San Francisco Giants concluded in 2021 after six seasons.

Under the terms of the agreement, Cueto stands to earn a $1.6 million salary while on the major league roster, should he be added to the 40-man roster.

The Rangers announced via social media that Cueto is slated to join the team’s training facility in Surprise, Arizona.

Over his career spanning 368 appearances (363 starts), Cueto has amassed a record of 144-111 with a 3.50 ERA. His tenure has seen him play for the Cincinnati Reds (2008-15), Kansas City Royals (2015), Giants, White Sox, and Marlins. Cueto’s 2023 season with the Marlins saw him post a record of 1-4 with a 6.02 ERA, during which he dealt with a biceps injury and a viral infection.

Cueto has garnered significant recognition throughout his career, finishing in the top six of National League Cy Young Award voting three times. Notably, he achieved a runner-up finish in 2014 as a member of the Reds, earning two All-Star Game selections during his tenure there.

During his brief stint with the Royals, Cueto made 13 starts and played a crucial role in the team’s 2015 World Series championship victory.