The New York Yankees took a pivotal turn with their catcher position strategy following the trade of Gary Sanchez to the Minnesota Twins during the 2022 off-season.
The Defensive Pivot: José Treviño’s Impact
The Yankees shifted their focus to defense by bringing in José Treviño from the Texas Rangers. Though his offensive metrics were modest, his defensive prowess was undeniable. Touted as possibly the best defensive catcher last season, Treviño continued his stellar performance into the 2023 season. Remarkably, he maintained this caliber even while grappling with a wrist injury, adversity he encountered during spring training.