#catcher

#catcher

Will Smith signed a one-year, $8.55 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the largest deal for a second-year arbitration-eligible catcher in MLB history.

Smith had a productive All-Star season in 2023 but experienced a slump after the All-Star break. He ranked as the second-best catcher in baseball heading into the 2024 season.

Jorge Posada had a successful career as a catcher for the New York Yankees, spending 17 seasons with the team.

Posada retired with impressive statistics, including being one of only five catchers in MLB history with over 1,500 hits, 350 doubles, 275 homers, and 1,000 RBIs.

The Atlanta Braves signed Sandy León and brought back Jackson Stephens for organizational depth.

Sandy León adds catching depth with Sean Murphy injured, while Jackson Stephens offers relief pitching support.

Sean Murphy left the game due to a left oblique injury, and he was placed on the injured list.

Murphy's MRI revealed a grade 1 strain, and Travis d'Arnaud will take over catching duties in his absence.

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Will Smith to a 10-year contract extension worth $140 million, reminiscent of Mookie Betts' deal in 2020.

Smith has been a standout performer as the Dodgers' everyday catcher, excelling in various statistical categories among Major League catchers.

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed catcher Will Smith to a 10-year, $140 million contract extension, a steal for one of the top catchers in the league.

Smith has been a consistent player for the Dodgers, excelling both offensively and defensively, making him a valuable long-term investment for the team.

Will Smith had a successful All-Star season with the Dodgers in 2023 despite multiple injuries.

Smith emphasizes the importance of improving as a game-caller and setting up pitchers for success.

Alvarez prefers throwing runners out to hitting home runs.

Alvarez aims to improve his throwing accuracy in the upcoming season.

The Dodgers signed catcher Will Smith to a record deal, likely transitioning him to a corner infield position in the future.

The team has a surplus of talented catchers in their farm system, potentially leading to trades to optimize playing time.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed catcher Chris Okey and utility man Brendon Davis to minor league deals.

Okey has previous major league experience with the Cincinnati Reds and the Los Angeles Angels, while Davis was previously with the Detroit Tigers.

Will Smith is one of the best catchers in baseball and earned an All-Star Game selection in 2023.

Smith had a strong first half but experienced a prolonged slump after the All-Star break and played through a fractured rib.

The San Francisco Giants are struggling to land bats in free agency, with the Yankees among the teams interested in third baseman Matt Chapman.

The Yankees signed catcher Luis Torrens to a minor league deal, bringing back a player they originally signed as an international free agent.

Jose Trevino had a standout first half in 2022 as an unexpected All-Star catcher but faced a significant drop in performance in 2023 due to a wrist injury.

Yankees' catching roster dynamics have shifted with Kyle Higashioka leaving, Ben Rortvedt not securing a starting spot, and Austin Wells emerging as a potential competitor for playing time.

Connor Wong is entering his second full season as the starting catcher for the Boston Red Sox.

Wong is focused on improving his hitting and defensive skills, aiming for more consistent at-bats and fixing areas such as receiving and blocking.

Tyler Heineman joins the Red Sox as a third catcher on the 40-man roster.

Heineman has one minor league option remaining.

The White Sox acquired catcher Ralph Weigel from Cleveland for center fielder Thurman Tucker.

White Sox GM Ken Williams signed Japanese second baseman Tadahito Iguchi after scouting him solely by watching video tape.