Commissioner of Baseball Robert D. Manfred, Jr. issued the following statement today regarding the Texas Rangers’ hiring of Chris Young, MLB’s Senior Vice President of Baseball Operations, as their Executive Vice President & General Manager:

“All of us at Major League Baseball congratulate Chris Young on this great opportunity to once again join his hometown team, this time as General Manager. Since 2018, Chris has brought a valued perspective to a number of important issues, and he has been an outstanding friend and colleague to countless people at the Commissioner’s Office. The Rangers know they are getting an exceptional person. I wish Chris and his family all the best and look forward to his continued impact on our great game.”