Every spring, there are a handful of minor league contracts handed out to veteran players that raise a few eyebrows. This year, I found myself questioning the additions of Robinson Chirinos and Rob Brantly as non-roster invitees. The Yankees have taken three catchers in the in the first two rounds of the previous three MLB drafts. However, none are close to the major-league level, so it makes a little more sense that the Yankees would want options with a bit more seasoning.
Between Gary Sánchez’s career track record as one of the most dangerous offensive catchers in the league and Kyle Higashioka’s newfound prowess with the bat, the Yankees sneakily have one of the best catching tandems in the league.