After publically attacking teammate Jake Arrieta for his slow delivery affecting opposing base runners, the Chicago Cubs have designated catcher Miguel Montero for assignment.
If I’m the Phillies and general manager Matt Klentak, I’m incredibly interested in the services of Montero.
At 33-years-old Montero adds the veteran catcher who can mentor Andrew Knapp and Jorge Alfaro behind the plate. He brings the presence lost by the trading of Carlos Ruiz and not re-signing A.J. Ellis this offseason.
Montero also knows how to call a baseball game and work with pitchers, something pitching coach Bob McClure has been vocal about regarding Cameron Rupp.