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Astros Rumors: J.T. Realmuto an unrealistic target for Houston?

Dusty Baker (L) talks to general manager James Click (R) during team workouts prior to the 2020 ALCS against the Tampa Bay Rays at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

J.T. Realmuto always felt like an unlikely target for the Houston Astros and their chances of signing the free-agent catcher are slim to none.

The Houston Astros are unlikely to sign free-agent catcher J.T. Realmuto, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

The Astros being interested in Realmuto is no surprise. He is the best catcher in baseball and would provide a significant upgrade to the team’s lineup, especially with George Springer highly unlikely to return and Michael Brantley unsigned on the free agent market.