Results for: Catcher

The Miami Marlins have struggled mightily at the catcher position since trading J.T. Realmuto in 2019. Their current tandem of Nick Fortes and Christian Bethancourt has combined for a .068/.117/.096 slash line, ranking as the worst in MLB history through the first 25 games of the season. Despite recognizing the need for improvement, the Marlins have made no significant effort to address the position, even as veteran options have become available. While Fortes and Bethancourt may eventually improve offensively, the lack of depth and long-term solutions in the organization remains a major concern.

Despite a slow start to the season, Austin Wells has shown signs of potential for the New York Yankees. While his batting average is low, he has displayed a strong eye at the plate with a high walk rate and low strikeout rate. Statcast data indicates he is making solid contact, projecting a better batting line than his current stats suggest. Wells has also been valuable defensively, with pitchers performing better when he is behind the plate. Despite his offensive struggles, the Yankees remain confident in Wells’ ability to turn his season around.

New York Mets catcher Francisco Álvarez suffered a torn ligament in his left thumb while rounding first base in Friday’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The injury will require surgery and is expected to keep him out for six to eight weeks. Álvarez said he feels bad and is angry with himself for the injury, which occurred when he slipped and pushed off the ground with his hand while trying to advance to second base.

Te’a Ramirez, a powerful catcher for St. Joseph by-the-Sea, had been hitless in two prior games against Notre Dame Academy. However, in her third and final regular-season matchup, she seized the opportunity to shine.