Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star Telegram says the Texas Rangers have designated outfielder Brandon Boggs for assignment to clear a roster spot for newly acquired Jeff Francoeur.

Boggs, 27, was 0-for-7 in 4 games for the Rangers’ big league club this year. His best year was 2008 when he hit .226/.333/.399 with 8 home runs and 41 RBIs in 101 games for the Rangers.