Martín Maldonado Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 0" / 230 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 8/16/1986 (37)
- Experience
- 13
- College
- None
Martín Maldonado Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Martín Maldonado News
The Chicago White Sox have reportedly agreed to a one-year deal plus an option with veteran free-agent catcher Martin Maldonado. The team has not confirmed the deal. Known for his defensive prowess and pitching management, the 37-year-old spent the last six seasons with the Astros and owns a career .207/.282/.349 slash line over 13 seasons. Maldonado worked with White Sox manager Pedro Grifol in Kansas City during the 2019 season and will now come in to help manage a young pitching staff. While this move should help the White Sox this season, Maldonado's lack of offensive production gives him little relevancy in fantasy.
Free-agent veteran catcher Martin Maldonado is drawing interest from the Boston Red Sox, San Diego Padres, Miami Marlins, and Chicago White Sox, per the Athletic's Chandler Rome. The 37-year-old spent the last four full seasons with the Astros. However, the team reportedly signed Victor Caratini Tuesday, which would suggest there will not be a reunion for the Astros and Maldonado. Known for his defense and pitcher management, Maldonado slashed .191/.258/.348 with 15 home runs and 36 RBI in 407 plate appearances in 2023. His skill set will likely land him a backup role with a new team, but it does not lend itself to fantasy.
Free-agent catcher Martin Maldonado is reportedly getting interest from multiple teams. The 37-year-old already has 4 or 5 teams looking at him and the offseason just started. It's worth noting that the Astros have already said they plan to bring back Maldonado. However, the veteran backstop does have plenty of options if he decides to head elsewhere. Last season, Maldonado hit .191/.258/.348 with 15 homers and 36 RBI over 407 plate appearances. He struggles at the plate, but is one of the best defensive catchers in the league. His defense and ability to call a game behind the plate make him extremely valuable despite his struggles at the plate. The veteran catcher should have no problem finding a team this offseason.
Batting Order
1 | Robbie Grossman |
2 | Andrew Vaughn |
3 | Gavin Sheets |
4 | Eloy Jiménez |
5 | Dominic Fletcher |
6 | Lenyn Sosa |
7 | Paul DeJong |
8 | Korey Lee |
9 | Nicky Lopez |
Martín Maldonado Stats
Last 10 Games
Batting Order
1 | Robbie Grossman |
2 | Andrew Vaughn |
3 | Gavin Sheets |
4 | Eloy Jiménez |
5 | Dominic Fletcher |
6 | Lenyn Sosa |
7 | Paul DeJong |
8 | Korey Lee |
9 | Nicky Lopez |