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Red Sox face decisions at catcher amid player struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:31 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Red Sox face decisions at catcher amid player struggles

Summary

As of June 9, 2026, the Boston Red Sox are evaluating their catching situation following Carlos Narvaez's struggles this season. Narvaez, who played 112 games last year with 15 home runs, is now eclipsed by Mickey Gasper, who has performed best offensively but is over 30 and new to the majors. Connor Wong seeks to rebound from a poor 2025 despite still being under team control. The team must decide whether to continue with Narvaez, give Gasper more opportunities, or rely on Wong's connection with pitchers. There is also speculation about potentially trading for Ethan Salas to bolster the position.

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Key Details

•Carlos Narvaez struggled this season after strong prior performance.
•Mickey Gasper has emerged as a top offensive option.
•Connor Wong is looking to improve after a disappointing 2025.
•Red Sox might consider trading for Ethan Salas.
•Team control plays a role in their catcher strategy.

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11:31 AMYahoo Sports — What should the Red Sox do at catcher?

What they're saying

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Blah blah blah transaction news. Carlos Narvaez appeared in 112 games at catcher last season, tallying 15 home runs and playing solid defense, though he’s struggled at the dish this season and has taken a back seat to Gasper since Chad Tracy took over. He’s 27 years old and still pre-arbitration, meaning he’s under team […]
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