The Washington Nationals have a major problem behind the plate. Despite signing an 8-year contract extension in 2023, Keibert Ruiz has become a liability on both sides of the ball. Ruiz has become a tough watch and it is clear that this team just needs more out of the catching position.
After a difficult 2024 where Ruiz struggled mightily and suffered from illness, the pressure was on the Nationals catcher. It was time for him to live up to that contract he signed. Fully healthy, there were no excuses for Ruiz this season.
In 2023, Ruiz showed a lot of promise at the plate, but was the worst defender in baseball.