Fansided · Dec 17, 2015
What Should Padres Do with Four Catchers?
Derek Norris, Austin Hedges, Christian Bethancourt, and Josmil Pinto – four catchers on the 40-man roster. With Wil Myers conceivably securing first base, Norris is likely not much of an option there. So, which two catchers should make the Opening Day roster? What should be done with the other two?
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Let’s start with the overviews. Josmil Pinto was claimed off of waivers from the Minnesota Twins. Pinto hit fabulously in his 21 games in 2013 – his first taste at the majors – but struggled in his 57 games in 2014. Pinto did not play in The Show this last season, in part, due to a concussion.