The Los Angeles Angels have signed veteran catcher Travis d'Arnaud to a two-year, $12 million contract after the Atlanta Braves declined his option. D'Arnaud, who will serve as a backup to Logan O'Hoppe, brings experience and leadership to the Angels, who are looking to improve after a disappointing season. The Angels are building around stars like Mike Trout and young talents, aiming to compete in 2025 while avoiding anti-tanking penalties. D'Arnaud's addition is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the team's roster and pitching staff.
Veteran catcher Travis d’Arnaud has signed a two-year, $12 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels, leaving the Atlanta Braves where he played for five seasons and was instrumental in their 2021 World Series run. The move reunites him with manager Ron Washington and GM Perry Minasian in Anaheim. The Braves, who declined d’Arnaud's $8 million option, now have Sean Murphy, Chadwick Tromp, and prospect Drake Baldwin as their catching options.
The Los Angeles Angels have signed veteran catcher Travis d'Arnaud to a two-year, $12 million deal, following his release from the Atlanta Braves. This move comes as the Angels also hire former Braves catching coach Sal Fasano as an assistant pitching coach. The Angels designated right-hander Guillo Zuñiga for assignment to make room for d'Arnaud. The signing adds to the Angels' payroll, which is projected to increase next year. Meanwhile, the Angels are considering their options with catcher Matt Thaiss, who is out of options and eligible for arbitration.
The Chicago Cubs are considering a strategic move similar to their 2014 signing of Jon Lester and David Ross by potentially acquiring free agents Max Fried and his long-time catcher Travis d'Arnaud. This pairing could maximize Fried's impact, as d'Arnaud has a proven track record with him, evidenced by Fried's superior performance when d'Arnaud is catching. While d'Arnaud's age and defensive metrics are concerns, his offensive capabilities and familiarity with Fried make him an intriguing option for the Cubs, who are looking to bolster their pitching and catching positions this offseason.
Atlanta Braves All-Star catcher Sean Murphy left the game against the Philadelphia Phillies with a left oblique injury and has been placed on the injured list, with further imaging to determine the severity. Veteran Travis d'Arnaud will step in as the starting catcher. Despite the setback, the Braves secured a 9-3 win, with pitcher Spencer Strider impressing and first baseman Matt Olson delivering on his 30th birthday. The team expressed support for Murphy and confidence in d'Arnaud's abilities.
Atlanta Braves' All-Star catcher Sean Murphy will be placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left oblique strain sustained during the team's Opening Day win over the Philadelphia Phillies. Veteran Travis d’Arnaud will take over catching duties in Murphy's absence, with Chadwick Tromp serving as the backup. The severity of Murphy's injury will be determined after imaging tests, but his return could be longer than 10 days. Despite the setback, the Braves are fortunate to have two experienced catchers to handle the situation.
The New York Mets are still waiting for Yoshinobu Yamamoto's decision, with hopes of a pre-Christmas announcement fading. Meanwhile, the Mets explore other potential moves. In the National League East, the Philadelphia Phillies are considering outfield options, while Battery Power analyzes Travis d'Arnaud's 2023 season. In Major League Baseball, Andrew McCutchen signs a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and relief pitcher Yuki Matsui is close to joining the San Diego Padres. The San Francisco Giants remain in the running for Yamamoto, and the New York Yankees claim Jeter Downs off waivers. Additionally, Amazon may enter the broadcasting realm, and Cody Bellinger remains a sought-after free agent.
Atlanta Braves' Austin Riley remains out due to illness, while Travis d'Arnaud continues to start. The Pittsburgh Pirates have used 135 different batting orders in 140 games this season. Ke'Bryan Hayes will hit third for the tenth time, and the Pirates face Bryce Elder for the second time.
The Atlanta Braves have signed catcher Travis d'Arnaud to a one-year, $8 million deal for the 2024 season, with an $8 million club option for the 2025 season. This marks d'Arnaud's third contract with the Braves in the past five years. Despite being pushed into a reserve role this season, d'Arnaud has performed well, maintaining a .265/.338/.478 line with eight home runs. The move solidifies the Braves' catching position and diminishes the upcoming free agent catching class.
The Atlanta Braves' winning streak came to an end with a 10-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. Bryce Elder struggled, allowing six hits and seven runs in just 3 1/3 innings. Travis d'Arnaud hit a solo homer, extending the Braves' franchise-record streak of consecutive games with a home run to 26. The Rays' offense was strong, with Yandy Diaz hitting a two-run homer and Jonathan Aranda delivering a two-run double. The Braves head into the All-Star break with the best record in the majors at 60-29.
The Atlanta Braves aim to sweep the Tampa Bay Rays in their series finale, with Travis d'Arnaud replacing Sean Murphy in the lineup. The Rays will have several players resting, while the Braves' Matt Olson is just four RBIs away from Andruw Jones' pre-All-Star break record. The game will be broadcast on Bally Sports South at 1:40 p.m. ET.
Travis d’Arnaud returns to the lineup as catcher for the Atlanta Braves in their series opener against the Minnesota Twins. Despite Sean Murphy's return to the lineup, d’Arnaud will start and bat fifth. Byron Buxton is out of the Twins' lineup, with Edward Julien starting as the DH.
Jim Bowden's big board of 100 potential trade targets for contending teams includes Braves' catcher Travis d’Arnaud, who is valuable to the team as a clutch hitter and insurance for injuries to catcher Sean Murphy and/or DH Marcell Ozuna. However, the Braves are unlikely to trade him due to his leadership in the clubhouse, lack of glaring needs, and his ability to crush lefties and serve as insurance for the All-Star catcher.
Travis d’Arnaud replaces the injured Sean Murphy in the Braves lineup, while Ozzie Albies remains at second base. The Rockies' lineup remains mostly unchanged, but they have struggled offensively and on the mound.
The Atlanta Braves have recalled catcher Chadwick Tromp from Gwinnett to back up Travis d’Arnaud while Sean Murphy is unavailable due to tightness in his right hamstring. Charlie Culberson was designated for assignment to open up a spot on the active roster.
