Fansided · Feb 3
Astros may have found unexpected catching fix after Reds roster fallout
Oct 26, 2025; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Ben Rortvedt (47) during World Series workouts prior to game three against the Toronto Blue Jays at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesThe Houston Astros are expected to add an established backup catcher to their roster before the start of spring training. Victor Caratini inked a two-year deal with the Minnesota Twins last month and seems to have pushed the Astros in the direction of a reunion with Christian Vazquez. While there is familiarity in Vazquez for the Astros, they may want to think twice about spending money of consequence on the 35-year-old catcher.