Kurt Suzuki Returns To Lineup Wednesday
Kurt Suzuki (flu) returns to the lineup Wednesday, batting fifth against the New York Mets. The catcher was battling the flu while the Braves were in Los Angeles. Suzuki has been solid at the plate this year with an .809 OPS and seven homers. He is a fine catcher option whenever he is playing.
Source: Mark Bowman
Atlanta Braves catcher Source: Mark Bowman
Kurt Suzuki Placed On Injured List
Kurt Suzuki (undisclosed) has been placed on the injured list. The organization has not given an injury designation for Suzuki, so it's uncertain how much time he's going to miss. Chad Wallach has been recalled from the minors to take over the spot on the active roster. Max Stassi should continue to start, but Wallach could see some action, assuming Suzuki misses multiple games.
Source: Sam Blum
Los Angeles Angels catcher Source: Sam Blum
Kurt Suzuki Returns To Angels On One-Year Deal
Kurt Suzuki on a one-year, $1.75 million deal, according to MLB Insider's Robert Murray. Murray notes that the deal is pending a physical. Suzuki split catching duties with Max Stassi last year. Stassi, who also received a one-year contract from the Angels this offseason, was the superior catcher from an offensive standpoint. He slashed .241/.326/.426 with 13 home runs over 87 games while Suzuki slashed .224/.294/.342 with six home runs over 72 games. Expect to see a bit of a time-share between the two catchers again this year. Stassi should earn a greater chunk of the share, assuming he can pick up where he left off in 2021.
Source: Robert Murray
The Los Angeles Angels are bringing back catcher Source: Robert Murray
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