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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 7
Blue Jays 2026 Draft: History of the 313th overall pick
The Toronto Blue Jays have selected two All-Stars with their 10th round selection. In 2009, they selected Yan Gomes with the 310th overall pick. The catcher went to win a World Series in 2019 and was an All-Star in 2018.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / May 1, 2025
Report: Bo Bichette to represent Brazil at the 2026 World Baseball Classic
According to MLB.com’s Ayako Oikawa, Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette has expressed his desire to represent Brazil at next spring’s World Baseball Classic.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 24, 2025
Chicago Cubs turnaround at one key position has been a real shocker
The Chicago Cubs, at this time last year, were facing a real dilemma at a key position. Their planned platoon at catcher had immediately become a deep and brutal failure and the team was already looked for a Plan B and possible Plan C to bail themselves out.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 1, 2025
Chicago Cubs starting position player stares down make-or-break 2025
The Chicago Cubs catching crew began the 2024 season in a bad place and stayed there for a long while before things started to turn around. Despite the
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 6, 2024
Chicago Cubs Reportedly Tried to Land Slugging Catcher at Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs went into the 2024 season ready to make some changes to their catcher position. Yan Gomes had been the primary starter the year prior, but with his age increasing and his offensive production leaving much to be desired, the Cubs decided to turn things over to Miguel Amaya with the veteran backing him up.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 23, 2024
Most Important Offseason Decision for Cubs Centers Around Their Star Prospect
Coming into the season, there were some questions about how much offensive production the Chicago Cubs would get from their catcher position. Yan Gomes was a reliable backstop, but he's never been known to be explosive at the plate with a career OPS+ of 89 that is 11 points below the league average.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 15, 2024
Chicago Cubs Should Take Shot at Former All-Star Game MVP at Catcher
Catcher has been a sore spot for the Chicago Cubs all season. The team released veteran Yan Gomes, who was a quality offensive answer last season. Right now the Cubs are making do with Miguel Amaya and Christian Bethancourt.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 6, 2024
Chicago Cubs Add Another Catching Option After Signing Veteran Journeyman
One of the biggest stories surrounding the Chicago Cubs has been the lack of production from their catcher position all season long. Miguel Amaya was expected to take the next step in his career after getting moved into the starting role with Yan Gomes backing him up.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 26, 2024
Chicago Cubs Could Fix Catcher Issues with Minor League Call-Up
The Chicago Cubs are entering a critical stage of their 2024 season. Amid recent struggles, the team has to figure out a way to turn things around soon.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 26, 2024
Chicago Cubs Announce Major Decision Regarding Veteran Backstop
On Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs announced that they are releasing veteran catcher Yan Gomes. After spending parts of three seasons with the team, the 36-year-old has had the worst offensive season of his career that resulted in his release.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26, 2024
Cubs release one-time World Series champion amid career-worst season
In 96 plate appearances with the Cubs this year, he slashed .154/.179/.242.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 24, 2024
Chicago Cubs Viewed as Suitor for ‘Best Catcher Available This Summer'
The Chicago Cubs addressed some of their catching issues last week, releasing Yan Gomes and landing Tomas Nido. Gomes, once a valuable professional, struggled offensively.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 20, 2024
The Cubs’ Yan Gomes era at catcher is over 
But the Cubs are still woefully lacking at the position. The Cubs took two of three games from the San Francisco Giants earlier this week for their first series win since they swept the White Sox in a two-game set June 4-5.
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 19, 2024
Chicago Cubs Ship Minor League Catcher to Miami Marlins
It's been well-documented how much the Chicago Cubs have struggled with their catcher position this season. Things had gotten so bad they opted to designate their veteran Yan Gomes for assignment and bring in Tomas Nido, who was recently released by the New York Mets.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19, 2024
Cubs decide to designate former World Series champion for assignment
The Chicago Cubs have designated veteran catcher Yan Gomes for assignment.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19, 2024
Cubs sign former Mets catcher, designate struggling veteran for assignment
Even the former Mets catcher's lackluster 2024 output at the plate or his similarly uninspiring career batting line would be an upgrade over what the 36-year-old veteran has mustered this season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 22, 2023
The worst ways MLB pitchers have lost perfect games
Drew Smyly lost his bid for a perfect game on Friday in amazing fashion when he and catcher Yan Gomes hilariously collided with each other. Who else has lost a perfect game in a ridiculous way?
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 30, 2021
Report: Cubs, one-time All-Star C Yan Gomes agree to two-year, $13 million deal
Gomes spent the 2020 pandemic-shortened season with Washington and was moved to the Oakland Athletics at the 2021 trade deadline.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 30, 2021
Nationals trade catcher Yan Gomes, infielder Josh Harrison to Athletics
Washington will receive catcher Drew Millas and pitchers Seth Shuman and Richard Guasch in return, a source told The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / April 9, 2021
Nationals reinstate several players ahead of series vs. Dodgers
The Nationals were forced to postpone their first four games of the season due to the outbreak and returned to play earlier this week against the Atlanta Braves.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / April 5, 2021
11 Nationals players in quarantine amid COVID-19 outbreak
The Washington Nationals had their season-opening home series versus the New York Mets postponed due to what was initially feared to be a "major" COVID-19 outbreak.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 14, 2019
NLCS stories to keep an eye on
With thrilling NLDS wins by the Cardinals and Nationals, the 2019 NLCS is all set. Here's a look at some storylines to follow with the series opening on Friday.
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