This has been a long time coming — it was first reported a couple of weeks ago — but the Rays have finally signed Jose Molina. It’s a one-year deal for $1.8 million with a club option.
Of course, when this was first reported, Molina was supposed to be John Jaso‘s backup. Jaso was traded to Seattle last night. If they’re interested in defense-first, Molina is a great option. But he has only caught 100 games in a season once in his career, so the Rays are still likely to snag another catcher. Ramon Hernandez? Go all-in with Robinson Chirinos?
Hard to say, but now that there’s a Molina there, there is some semblance of stability. I mean, that’s what Molinas do.
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- phukyouk - Nov 28, 2011 at 10:23 AM
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WWJMD?
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- cur68 - Nov 28, 2011 at 11:30 AM
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Well, so long Jose Molina. Gonna miss that guy as a Beaver Wrestler. He’ll be pretty happy there in Florida, I bet. Look for Jose to have a great season in 2012.
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- APBA Guy - Nov 28, 2011 at 12:09 PM
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This should be a terrific upgrade for the Rays pitchers behind the plate.
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- hittfamily - Nov 28, 2011 at 1:40 PM
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The David Price/James Shields/Matt Moore/ Jeremy Hellickson Cy Young watch begins today!!!!
AL East: You got Molina’d
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- freeagentsignee - Nov 28, 2011 at 7:32 PM
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As a Yankee fan, I must say, the Rays made a good move signing this guy to backup Posada at catcher. He has a gun for an arm and some slight power.
