Phillies re-sign catcher Payton Henry after Yankees release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies have re-signed catcher Payton Henry after his release from the New York Yankees. The 29-year-old catcher has a history with the Phillies and adds experienced depth behind the plate during the minor league season. Henry previously made his major league debut with the Miami Marlins and has faced challenges in recent years, including injuries. His return to the Phillies provides another option for the team as they prepare for the remainder of the season.
- •Payton Henry rejoins the Phillies just days after being cut by the Yankees.
- •Henry has past major league experience with the Miami Marlins.
- •His addition offers depth behind existing catchers JT Realmuto, Rafael Marchan, and Garrett Stubbs.
- •Henry's journey includes time in Triple-A and battles with injuries over the last few years.
- •The transaction highlights the Phillies' focus on organizational depth during the minor league shuffle.
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"The Philadelphia Phillies have reacquired a 29-year-old catcher just days after he parted ways with the New York Yankees.
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