Lost in the discussion of the Toronto Blue Jays needs in the outfield and bullpen is the state of their upper-levels catching depth, which has grown rather thin behind starter Russell Martin.
Josh Thole is no longer necessitated by the presence of R.A. Dickey, so the Blue Jays will be seeking a more traditional backstop to pair alongside Martin. With Martin entering the final three years of his contract — all worth $20 million — this is a position that should be addressed rather aggressively to help preserve one of the team’s priciest assets.