SAN FRANCISCO — The Giants parted ways with veteran catcher Erik Kratz Monday, announcing that they have designated the 38-year-old catcher for assignment.
Kratz was the latest veteran to be sent packing, joining Gerardo Parra and Yangervis Solarte, who both signed as minor league free agents this offseason. The club needed to clear a roster spot for recently acquired outfielder Aaron Altherr, and with Buster Posey potentially available to return from the concussion injured list on Wednesday, the Giants no longer had a need for Kratz.
The decision to cut ties with Kratz was the latest roster move for president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi, who has had a busy week and figures to have an even busier summer.