Yankees Reportedly Fielding Offers for Backup Catcher J.C. Escarra
New York is weighing a depth-for-relief swap to rebalance a left-leaning catching group.
Overview
- Empire Sports Media reports the Yankees are listening on J.C. Escarra during the Winter Meetings.
- Multiple NL teams — including the Padres, Cubs, Rangers and Phillies — have inquired, according to the outlet’s unnamed sources.
- Escarra posted a .202 average and .629 OPS in 2025 but logged +3 Fielding Run Value over 209 innings behind the plate.
- With Austin Wells and Ben Rice both hitting left-handed, the team is exploring a right-handed catching option and could target bullpen help in a trade.
- A move before Opening Day is viewed as likely in the reporting, as Brian Cashman maintains a quiet stance framed as positioning for targeted deals.