Red Sox Add Free Agent Catcher After Carlos Narvaez, Connor Wong Surgeries: Report
Summary
The Boston Red Sox signed free agent catcher Jason Delay to a minor league contract. This decision comes after their two main catchers, Carlos Narvaez and Connor Wong, underwent surgeries. Delay will likely compete in spring training to provide backup if needed.Key Facts
- Carlos Narvaez and Connor Wong, both Red Sox catchers, had surgeries after the postseason ended.
- Narvaez injured his knee, while Wong had surgery on his hand.
- The Red Sox signed catcher Jason Delay to provide depth at the position.
- Delay previously played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and was later traded to the Atlanta Braves.
- Delay has a .610 OPS (on-base plus slugging percentage) and two home runs in his major league career.
- Other Red Sox catchers have left or are expected to leave the team, increasing the need for catching options.
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