As per MLBTradeRumors, The Astros are close to signing ex-Ranger’s catcher, Robinson Chirinos. Who obviously does not have the flash of a Realmuto, Grandal, or even Ramos. Let’s take a look at who he is.
#Astros making significant progress toward signing free-agent catcher Robinson Chirinos, sources tell The Athletic. Deal is believed to be in place, pending physical.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) December 4, 2018
Chirinos, now 34, comes in at 6’1 210lbs, who signed as a International Free Agent hailing from Venezuela. A Non-prospect throughout the minors, here was a snippet from Beyond the Box Score when he emerged onto the scene:
“Chirinos possesses an incredible throwing arm that he’s been using to mow down opposing would-be base-stealers.