The Texas Rangers have officially signed David Ortiz Jr., the son of Hall of Famer David Ortiz. Ortiz Jr., 17, is the second-youngest son of the former MLB star. David Ortiz shared the news on Instagram, revealing that his son has joined the Rangers as an international free agent.
David Ortiz Jr. is a Texas Ranger, according to David Ortiz’ Instagram. pic.twitter.com/sx03RVaMVp
— Shawn McFarland (@McFarland_Shawn) August 8, 2024
Ortiz Jr.’s contract includes a $225,000 signing bonus and a student scholarship, according to baseball reporter Hector Gomez. Ortiz Jr. is a left-handed first baseman who also has outfield experience, standing 5-foot-11 and weighing 225 pounds. This move marks the second of Ortiz’s sons to sign with an MLB team this offseason, following his older brother D’Angelo Ortiz, who was drafted by another AL team last month.
