ARLINGTON -- The Rangers have officially declined their option on infielder Mike Napoli, while exercising their option on pitcher Martin Perez. They also declined a $4 million option on pitcher Tony Barnette, making him a free agent.
Additionally, the Rangers announced that pitcher Austin Bibens-Dirkx and catcher A.J. Jimenez have cleared waivers and have been offered outright assignment to Triple-A Round Rock. Pitcher Chi Chi Gonzalez and infielder Hanser Alberto have been activated off the 60-man disabled list.
The Rangers also officially announced that Don Wakamatsu has been hired as bench coach and Dan Warthen will serve as the assistant pitching coach.