During the first game of a doubleheader against the Seattle Mariners, the Colorado Rockies snapped their agonizing six-game losing streak. However, this win did not come at an easy cost.
Fortunately for the Rockies and would-be hero Jacob Stallings, they went on to beat the Mariners in extras
Jacob Stallings is the likely backup, but who will play behind them? Back in 2021, the Colorado Rockies inked Elias Díaz to a three-year, $14.5 million contract extension.
In an NL West where the Dodgers, Diamondbacks and Giants are all putting themselves in contention for playoff success, the Rockies also exist.
Let’s take a look at five hitters who hit free agency following last week’s non-tender deadline and could be worth keeping an eye on throughout the coming offseason.
Marlins catchers were the least productive group of backstops in the National League last year, batting a combined .200/.272/.298. Jacob Stallings and Nick Fortes caught every inning for Miami in 2023, but Stallings was non-tendered last week as the Fish look to turn the page and bring in a more productive all-around option.
This deadline season should be an exciting one for Marlins fans. Unless things fall apart within the next six weeks, they’re in position to add in hopes of bolstering a playoff push.
The Marlins must face the reality that Stallings is barely playable at this stage of his career. By the end of the 2021 season, it became apparent that the Miami Marlins needed to start over at the catcher position.
The Atlanta Braves have won seven of their past nine games and are going for a sweep of the host Miami Marlins on Thursday afternoon, but that doesn't mean they don't have reasons to worry.
Stallings figures to get the lion’s share of time early in hopes of a rebound, but it remains to be seen how long the leash would be if he struggles after Fortes’ solid 2022 campaign.
The Red Sox have had some discussions with the Marlins about infielder Joey Wendle, reports Chad Jennings of the Athletic. There’s no indication a deal is imminent or even likely, as he’s one of a number of names whom Boston has looked into as they search for middle infield help.
Sean Murphy would represent an upgrade at catcher, though the Marlins have other needs to address this offseason. The Marlins may be satisfied with their current catching tandem of Jacob Stallings and Nick Fortes.
The Fish will listen to offers on 'almost anyone' else.
Sean Murphy stands at the center of the offseason trade market for catchers, and the Oakland star is drawing plenty of interest. The Guardians, White Sox, Rays, Red Sox, Cardinals and even the Braves have all been linked to him recently, but the A’s are just one of two teams widely expected to trade a catcher this winter.
With eight days left in the season, the New York Mets are bound for the playoffs and in a tie for the National League East lead with the defending World Series champion Atlanta Braves.
The Philadelphia Phillies will look for the three-game series sweep when they host the Miami Marlins on Thursday.
Acquired in an offseason trade that sent righty Zach Thompson and prospects Kyle Nicolas and Connor Scott to the Pirates, Stallings has had a rough start to his Marlins tenure.
The Gold Glover got the benefit of the doubt, it seems. Jacob Stallings won the National League Gold Glove last season, at least in part due to his receiving skills.
The Marlins landed a Gold Glove catcher. Just how good is he? The Miami Marlins traded for the National League’s 2021 Gold Glove catcher, Jacob Stallings, on Monday.
The Marlins are closing in on a trade to acquire catcher Jacob Stallings from the Pirates, as both teams are reviewing medicals of the players involved.
Stallings, 32 next month, won’t wow anyone with his offensive numbers but is widely regarded as one of the best defensive catchers in the sport.
There’s a rumor Stallings is on the market. He’s one of the best players for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He won the NL Gold Glove at catcher this past season, has a penchant for dramatic walk-off home runs, is a fan favorite, and is also regarded as a leader in the Bucco clubhouse.
In front of the largest crowd at PNC Park in nearly two calendar years Jacob Stallings recorded yet another walk off hit in a 3-2 victory for the Pittsburgh Pirates When a baseball team is out of contention one of the best things they can do down the stretch is play spoiler.
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Jacob Stallings has been one of most clutch hitters in baseball this season Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Jacob Stallings has become one of baseball’s most underrated players.
Jacob Stallings on Wednesday hit his first home run of the season, and he got a boost from his opponents.
This is something you don’t see around the baseball world. It’s certainly something Milwaukee Brewers rookie Trent Grisham has never seen. The outfielder was going up for a fly ball off the bat of Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Jacob Stallings‘ bat in the third inning of Wednesday’s game at PNC Park.
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