Just half an hour before the MLB trade deadline, the Texas Rangers made their first move, acquiring veteran left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe from the Minnesota Twins. The news was first reported by ESPN baseball insider Jeff Passan via social media.
Coulombe has been a steady presence out of the bullpen this season, appearing in 40 games. Over 31 innings pitched, he’s recorded 31 strikeouts and holds a 1-0 record, showcasing his reliability and effectiveness in middle relief.
The deal signals Texas’ intent to strengthen its bullpen depth as they push for a postseason run, with Coulombe offering experience and control from the left side. Just 30 minutes before the 6 p.m. ET MLB trade deadline on July 31, 2025, the Rangers finalized their first major move: acquiring 35-year-old left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe from the Minnesota Twins. The report was first confirmed by ESPN insider Jeff Passan
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Why Coulombe? A Strategic Bullpen Boost
Texas urgently needed reliable relief help and found it in Coulombe. He’s been one of the season’s most effective relievers, logging a 1.16 ERA over 40 appearances and 31 innings pitched for Minnesota—an outstanding stat line that includes 31 strikeouts, just four runs allowed, and zero home runs surrendered all season
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Coulombe’s value is magnified by his consistency against both southpaws and right-handers, making him more than just a matchup weapon. His presence paired him alongside fellow lefties like Hoby Milner, Jake Latz, and closer Robert Garcia in the Rangers’ bullpen mix
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Contract Details and Background
Coulombe signed a one-year, $3 million deal with Minnesota earlier in February 2025, a bargain for his level of production. He previously pitched for Minnesota (2020–22), then moved to Baltimore where he delivered a solid 2023 campaign, before returning to the Twins in 2025
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Over his 10+ MLB seasons, Coulombe has accumulated a 3.52 ERA in 288 games, working stints with the Dodgers, Athletics, Twins, and Orioles. He’s also known for dominating left-handed hitters—he did not walk a left-handed batter in 2024 and hasn’t allowed a homer to one since 2021
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Inside the Trade-Day Selloff
Coulombe was among several high-profile Twins leaving the organization around the deadline. Minneapolis also traded closer Jhoan Duran (to the Phillies), starter Chris Paddack (to Detroit), and Brock Stewart (to the Dodgers). The club was firmly in sell-off mode, and Coulombe’s availability reflected Minnesota’s broader deadline strategy
