Jett Bandy was acquired for Martin Maldonado from the California Angels before last season in an exchange of back-up catchers. Bandy was expected to provide more pop at the plate than the defensive minded Machete, but his bat has been mired in a slump since a good start last season. Maldy has become an All Star with the Angels.
The #Brewers have acquired C Erik Kratz from the Yankees in exchange for a player to be named or cash. C Jett Bandy has been designated for assignment.