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Twins should lock down catcher position by extending this core player

Long-time Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers has one season of control remaining on his contract, meaning he will be a free agent after the 2026 campaign unless he is extended.

The Twins have a highly regarded catching prospect in Eduardo Tait, whom Minnesota acquired from the Phillies along with righty starting pitcher Mick Abel for star closer Jhoan Durán on July 30. They also acquired young catching prospect Enrique Jimenez from the Detroit Tigers for righty pitchers Chris Paddack and Randy Dobnak on July 28. Jimenez isn't viewed in the same light as Tait, but he posted an impressive .