The New York Yankees are exploring options to bolster their catching depth, with Mets backup catcher Luis Torrens identified as a potential target. Torrens, a former Yankees farmhand, could address the team's need for a right-handed hitting catcher with strong defensive skills.
The Yankees' interest in Torrens stems from their search for reliable backup catching. While other players like Ryan Jeffers, who is nearing a return from injury and possesses a .949 OPS, might seem like a fit, the Minnesota Twins' competitive position in a weak American League division could make him unavailable. Torrens, on the other hand, offers a defensive upside and comes with a manageable contract.
Torrens is currently earning $4.75 million annually through the next season. His defensive prowess and right-handed swing are seen as attractive qualities for the Yankees. The Mets originally acquired Torrens from the Yankees for $100,000 when the Yankees had an abundance of catchers in their system.