2 years agoThe Houston Astros, who are seeking a catcher at this year's trade deadline, are among several teams reporting a high price on Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras. As a result, they are focusing more on Boston Red Sox catcher Christian Vazquez, according to one source. While Martin Maldonado is solid defensively for the Astros, they definitely are seeking an offensive upgrade at the position. Vazquez, 31, is having a great year at the plate and is currently slashing .282/.327/.432 with eight home runs, 42 RBI, 33 runs scored and a stolen base in 318 plate appearances and 84 games for the BoSox.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBaller
Source: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal