The loss of free agent Kyle Higashioka to the Texas Rangers forced the San Diego Padres to move in another direction at the catcher position. Team President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller took his time but brought Elias Diaz back to compete for the starting job.
One name you will not hear as an Opening Day candidate is Luis Campusano. He has been labeled a defensive liability. It has cost him an opportunity to regain his place in the lineup. Preller believes Diaz offers a better option than Campusano to returning to the postseason.
It is time for a change at the catcher position.