Twins Secure Victor Caratini Signing
The Minnesota Twins have finalized a two-year contract with catcher Victor Caratini. According to reports, the agreement is worth $14 million. This signing comes as Caratini, now 32, navigates his career after spending two fruitful seasons with the Houston Astros.
Details of the Caratini Signing
Victor Caratini’s new deal with the Twins follows his recent tenure at the Astros, where he secured a two-year contract worth $12 million. During that time, he participated in 201 games and batted 660 times.
Career Performance
- Home Runs: 20
- Walk Rate: 7%
- Strikeout Rate: 17.9%
- Batting Line: .263 /.329 /.406
- wRC+: 108
- Wins Above Replacement (WAR): 2.7 over two seasons
His performance has garnered mixed reviews, particularly regarding his defensive skills. While his framing grades are noted positively across metrics, his proficiency in managing the running game has received criticism. Nevertheless, he is recognized for his blocking capabilities.
Future Implications for the Twins
With a full 40-man roster, the Twins will need to make a corresponding move to finalize Caratini’s signing. MLB Trade Rumors had forecasted precisely a $14 million deal for Caratini this offseason, aligning perfectly with the finalized agreement.
As the Twins look to enhance their roster, Caratini’s addition could bolster their catching position and strengthen their overall competitive edge.
