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Rangers reach agreement with catcher Jeff Mathis

The Texas Rangers' offseason is off to a quick start.

The Rangers have agreed to a two year deal with veteran catcher Jeff Mathis, pending a physical.

Mathis, a 14-year veteran, has caught over 800 games in the major leagues with four teams, including A.L. West rival Los Angeles.

Can confirm @Ken_Rosenthal report that Rangers have an agreement with defensive-minded catcher Jeff Mathis. Deal is pending physical. Probably closes door on Robinson Chirinos' time with the Rangers.

— Evan Grant (@Evan_P_Grant) November 16, 2018

Rangers insider Evan Grant recently called Mathis an 'always reliable defender' who can still control the running game

SportsDay's Gerry Fraley also brought up Mathis as a possible option for the Rangers in his weekly chat.