Summary
Andrew Knizner, a backup catcher for the Seattle Mariners, has signed a minor-league contract with the Colorado Rockies. This move comes after Knizner lost his spot with the Mariners in a competition for the backup catcher role.
Key Facts
- Andrew Knizner signed with the Colorado Rockies on a minor-league deal.
- Knizner was previously a backup catcher for the Seattle Mariners.
- The Mariners held an open competition for the backup catcher spot between Mitch Garver and Knizner.
- Mitch Garver won the role and secured a more lucrative contract with the Mariners.
- Knizner will now play for the Rockies’ Triple-A team in Albuquerque.
- The Rockies have a starting catcher, Hunter Goodman, with significant power.
- Brett Sullivan, the current backup catcher for the Rockies, has limited major league experience.
- Knizner’s performance with the San Francisco Giants last season involved lower offensive stats, including a career OPS of .597.
