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Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22
Red Sox release catcher Yasmani Grandal
The Red Sox released catcher Yasmani Grandal earlier this month, reports Matt Eddy of Baseball America. Grandal stepped away from the organization back in June.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 8
Red Sox Release Two-Time All-Star With Retirement Still Unconfirmed
The catching position was a source of uncertainty for the Boston Red Sox at various points this season, and many will recall that at one point, they signed a two-time All-Star as a potential solution.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 5, 2025
Dodgers’ Former All-Star Catcher Leaning Towards Retirement
After a 13-year Major League career, two-time All-Star Yasmani Grandal has indicated he will retire from baseball. His decision to hang up his catching glove comes after leaving the Boston Red Sox Triple-A affiliate.
The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 19 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 4, 2025
Yasmani Grandal steps away from Red Sox, retirement announcement cold be next
Yasmani Grandal informed the Red Sox’s Triple-A team that he is stepping away from his minor league deal.
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.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / June 4, 2025
Red Sox Catcher and Two-Time All-Star Expected to Retire After 13-Year Career
The Boston Red Sox signed 13-year veteran catcher Yasmani Grandal to a Minor League deal to help with their catcher depth within the organization. However, after appearing in just 23 games for the Red Sox Triple-A affiliate, the veteran catcher is expected to retire.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 4, 2025
Former Dodgers Catcher Contemplating Retirement: Report
The end of the road might have arrived for former Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal. The 36-year-old catcher has reportedly been released from his minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 3, 2025
Red Sox Two-Time All-Star Granted Release, May Retire After 13-Year MLB Career
A former two-time Major League Baseball All-Star is calling it a career after a very brief stint with the Boston Red Sox. So brief, in fact, that he never appeared for the major league club.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 1, 2025
All-Star Slugger Sends Clear Message on Red Sox Future
For now, longtime MLB catcher Yasmani Grandal is staying in the minor leagues—and he’s doing so voluntarily. When the 36-year-old Grandal inked a minor-league deal with the Boston Red Sox last month, he did so knowing he could opt out on May 1.
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.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1, 2025
Yasmani Grandal not planning to use opt-out in Red Sox deal
Veteran catcher Yasmani Grandal has a May 1 opt-out in his minor league contract with the Red Sox. He’ll pass on that chance to return to the open market and remain in the organization despite not being selected to the big league roster today, per MassLive’s Chris Cotillo.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 28, 2025
Red Sox Just Days Away From Roster Decision Involving All-Star
The Boston Red Sox are just a few days away from a decision that could have an impact at the big league level. Boston signed former All-Star catcher Yasmani Grandal to a minor league deal shortly after Connor Wong went down with an injury.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 11, 2025
Red Sox Fans May Not Have To Wait Long To See 2-Time All-Star
The Boston Red Sox recently suffered a pretty big blow as Connor Wong went down with a fracture around his pinky on his left hand. He was hit by a bat and it hasn't been announced how long he will be out for.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 10, 2025
Red Sox sign former Dodgers All-Star in free agency
The Boston Red Sox are working quickly to address their crisis at the catcher position.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 9, 2025
Prediction Sees Cubs Sign Two-Time All-Star Catcher
The Chicago Cubs seem set at the catcher's position with Miguel Amaya and Carson Kelly. Still, it never hurts to add depth, especially since injuries will likely happen during a 162-game season.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / March 11, 2025
Atlanta Braves’ Pursuit of Yasmani Grandal: The Deal That Never Was
The Atlanta Braves, in their quest to shore up their catching depth, reportedly made a play for veteran backstop Yasmani Grandal. But according to reporter Francys Romero, that offer—made “about a month ago”—was ultimately rejected by Grandal, who remains one of the more notable free agents still available on the market.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 10, 2025
Profiling two-time All-Star catcher Yasmani Grandal amid extended stay on free-agent market
One intriguing guy still available is Yasmani Grandal. His numbers were rough in 2022 and 2023, but there are some ways in which last year was a bounce-back.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 6, 2024
Former Disappointing Chicago White Sox Catcher Yasmani Grandal Drawing Free Agent Interest
Free agent catcher Yasmani Grandal is reportedly drawing real interest on the free agent market this offseason. Per Cuban Baseball Insider Francys Romero: More than 5 MLB teams are interested in signing Cuban C/DH Yasmani Grandal for the 2025 season, per sources.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / May 3, 2024
Pirates activate C Yasmani Grandal from injured list
The Pittsburgh Pirates activated catcher Yasmani Grandal from the 10-day injured list on Friday. Grandal, 35, had been playing with Triple-A Indianapolis as he attempted to work his way back from left foot plantar fasciitis.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / April 18, 2024
What Will Pirates Do Once Yasmani Grandal Returns?
Yasmani Grandal is getting closer to coming off the injured list. The veteran backstop began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday night.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / April 16, 2024
Yasmani Grandal to Begin Rehab Assignment
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Yasmani Grandal will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday. Grandal, who the Pirates signed as a free agent in the offseason, has yet to appear in a game this season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / February 18, 2024
Money No Longer Motivation for Yasmani Grandal
BRADENTON, Fla. – My first inclination is to roll my eyes when I hear anyone in professional sports say it’s not about the money. Of course, it’s about the money.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / February 13, 2024
Trick Shot Artist Yasmani Grandal Fills Pirates’ Need
It has been five years since Yasmani Grandal was selected for his second All-Star Game and made a memorable — at least to me — “trick shot.” First, the “trick shot.” It was one of the darndest things that I have seen in 36 years of covering the Pittsburgh Pirates and Major League Baseball.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 11, 2024
Pirates sign two-time All-Star backstop
The Pittsburgh Pirates are bringing in Yasmani Grandal, a veteran catcher who has shown a nice little bit of pop in his bat over the course of his MLB career.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18, 2023
Three potential offseason targets for the Miami Marlins
General manager Kim Ng's first unencumbered offseason resulted in some risky moves that have paid off in Miami, as the Marlins chase a wild-card spot. This offseason should be about letting Ng (once the club extends her as her contract is up at season's end) add the next pieces.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / May 18, 2023
White Sox should have plenty of trade options after brutal start
The Chicago White Sox are one of the worst teams in the Major Leagues this season and looking like they are in need of a complete organizational overhaul.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 21, 2022
White Sox say benches cleared after Yankees' Josh Donaldson made 'racist comment'
The Chicago White Sox say that a "racist comment" made by Yankees designated hitter Josh Donaldson caused the benches to clear during New York's 7-5 win on Saturday.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / August 27, 2021
White Sox activate catcher Yasmani Grandal from IL after knee surgery
Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal has been activated from the 10-day injured list.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / July 7, 2021
White Sox reportedly 'confident' Yasmani Grandal will return this season despite knee surgery
Grandal suffered the injury during Monday's 6-5 loss to the Minnesota Twins. He checked his swing during a sixth-inning at-bat and hit the ground in pain.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / July 6, 2021
White Sox's Yasmani Grandal out four to six weeks with torn knee tendon
It was a bit of bad news for the Central-leading White Sox.
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