We will start our journey behind the plate and look at those catchers who will be available to the Mariners, and every other team, to acquire for cold, hard cash. Of course, more catchers will become available from non-tendered veterans, DFA’s, and waivers, but the players we are discussing today are likely going to be available.
The biggest name available this winter is likely Yasmani Grandal, the former Dodgers and current Brewers catcher, who is still one of the best backstops in the game. He does have a $16 million mutual option with a $2.5 million buyout, so a return to Milwaukee isn’t out of the discussion.