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Yankees Catcher Search: Bethancourt Signed, But A Trade Is Still Needed
31 Jul
Summary
- Yankees signed Christian Bethancourt to a minor-league deal.
- Fans desire a significant catcher upgrade before the trade deadline.
- Bethancourt's signing is unlikely to impact the Yankees' trade plans.
The New York Yankees are actively addressing their catcher position as the Monday evening MLB trade deadline nears. General manager Brian Cashman recently signed veteran catcher Christian Bethancourt, 34, to a minor-league contract, assigning him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. This move, intended to add organizational depth, has not quelled fan anticipation for a more substantial acquisition.
Bethancourt, who played for the Chicago Cubs' Triple-A affiliate this season, is hitting .262 with 11 home runs in the International League. While he has played 427 big-league games over eight years, his impact is expected to be limited to minor league depth. The Yankees are reportedly interested in several other catchers, and fans hope Cashman secures an upgrade beyond the current Austin Wells and Ali Sánchez tandem.
With only four days remaining until the trade deadline, the Yankees' pursuit of a catcher remains a priority. Recent trade activity, such as the Angels trading Logan O'Hoppe, indicates a busy market. Yankees fans will be disappointed if Bethancourt is the only catcher addition by Monday evening, but the team's position in the AL East suggests proactive measures are likely.
