HOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 09: Martin Maldonado #15 of the Houston Astros hits a base hit during the third inning against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park on April 09, 2021 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
The Houston Astros are signing catcher Martin Maldonado to an extension.
Despite being off to a rough start at the plate, Martin Maldonado is having his contract extended. MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand first reported that the Houston Astros were discussing an extension with their starting catcher, and Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle confirmed the two sides are in agreement.