The Tampa Bay Rays are looking to upgrade their offense this offseason, and a few positions could be in line for a shakeup. One spot in the lineup to keep an eye on is the catcher.
The Rays have been seeking help behind the plate for a while at this point. It has been a thorn in their side since inception, struggling to consistently find catchers who can produce with the bat and behind the plate defensively.
Tampa Bay made several moves during the 2025 season, trying to find answers at the position. Nick Fortes was acquired in a trade with the Miami Marlins, and the team also added Hunter Feduccia after trading away Danny Jansen and Ben Rortvedt.
Despite that shake-up, the front office wants to find more help this offseason. Free agency is thin on options, with J.T. Realmuto being the clear-cut No. 1 option.
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