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The Phillies are making moves today. Bringing back Stubbs is a wise move for a team that is woefully short on catching depth, especially at the level closest to the major leagues.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 30

2025 Player Review: Rafael Marchán

Rafael Marchán tends to fly under the radar. He’s not a three-time All-Star like J.T. Realmuto, and he’s not a beloved master of locker room ceremonies like Garrett Stubbs.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 27

2025 player review: Garrett Stubbs

The team always knew that Garrett Stubbs would be with the Phillies in some capacity. His minor league option that he had available, couple with the one that Rafael Marchan did not, meant that he was going to the minor leagues for the season outside of a possible injury.

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The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 3

What do you think of the Return of Stubbs?

Sunday night’s news that Garrett Stubbs would be one of the call-ups with the expanded roster may have come as some surprise. But perhaps it shouldn’t have.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / September 2

Phillies New Roster Competition

The Philadelphia Phillies have a new roster competition as clinching a postseason appearance nears. With Garrett Stubbs being called up as a September call-up, the Phillies are setting up a competition.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 1

Catcher Garrett Stubbs Discusses How Happy He is to Return to the Phillies

With rosters expanding to 28 players on Sept. 1, the Philadelphia Phillies recalled catcher Garrett Stubbs and left-handed reliever Tim Mayza. The effervescent backstop, Stubbs, is a popular figure in the Phils' locker room, and he expressed how happy he was to be with his big-league buddies once again on Monday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 1

Phillies Will Call-Up Garrett Stubbs As Part of Expanded Roster

Garrett Stubbs is back with the Philadelphia Phillies. While the roster move has not yet been made official at the time of writing, Scott Lauber of The Philadelphia Inquirer reported that Stubbs will join the Phillies' active roster as part of the MLB rosters expanding from 26 men to 28 on Sept.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 27

Nationals Lose Drew Millas to Injury, to Call up C.J. Stubbs for Catching Depth

The Washington Nationals are now two catchers down after the injury to youngster Drew Millas during Wednesday’s game with the New York Yankees. Millas had one at-bat in the contest before he left the game with an injury.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / May 8

Garrett Stubbs Comments on Catching Phillies No. 1 Prospect Andrew Painter

All eyes will be on one man in the Phillies minor league system tonight. For another person in the same ballpark, it's quite literally his job. "I appreciate everyone coming to watch me play tonight," Garrett Stubbs joked to the media.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 29

Look: Phillies Fan Favorite Appears on Cover of Lehigh Valley’s Pork Illustrated

In Garrett Stubbs’ three seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies the fans have embraced him, and he’s embraced the fans. He’s become a favorite, not just of rank-and-file fans but of his teammates and coaches.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Phillies Catcher Drops ‘Crappy’ Comment on Minor League Demotion

All the signs were there for Garrett Stubbs this spring. Barring an injury or unexpected struggles from Rafael Marchán, Stubbs was going to be sent down to the minors to start the 2025 MLB season.

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Phillies demote fan-favorite backup catcher to minor leagues

The Philadelphia Phillies are ushering in a change of the guard at backup catcher for the 2025 MLB season. According to CBS Sports’ R.J. Anderson, Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Garrett Stubbs Demotion Could Help Phillies Pitching Prospects

The Philadelphia Phillies made an expected roster move Thursday morning, optioning backup catcher Garrett Stubbs to AAA. Stubbs, who hit .207 with 11 RBIs in 56 games last season, has been a clubhouse favorite since joining the organization in 2022.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20

Phillies make notable roster move at catcher

The Phillies announced Thursday that they’ve optioned catcher Garrett Stubbs to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. In doing so, they all but confirmed that switch-hitting Rafael Marchan will be their backup catcher.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Phillies Option Beloved Backup Catcher to Minor Leagues

The Philadelphia Phillies had a tough decision to make as Spring Training was coming to a close and Opening Day approached. That decision revolved around the Phillies' backup catcher spot, and now that decision has been made.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 11

Philadelphia Phillies Have Decision to Make on Backup Catcher

The Philadelphia Phillies had a strong regular season in 2024, finishing 95-67. Nonetheless, they were quickly bounced in the NLDS. As spring training winds down, the organization has a looming decision regarding the backup catcher position.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

Phillies Backup Catcher Battle Should Be Considered Settled

The Philadelphia Phillies backup catcher battle is not much of a competition. While Rafael Marchán still had to earn the job over Garrett Stubbs to backup J.T.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / February 26

Phillies must decrease J.T. Realmuto's workload in 2025

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Blue Jays Insider / December 18, 2024

Looks like Toronto Blue Jays could be interested in acquiring another catcher

The Toronto Blue Jays have stated that acquiring another catcher is not one of their top priorities, but it looks like they might still try to land one for the 2025 season.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 27, 2024

Washington Nationals Reunite with Former Catcher on Minor-League Deal

CJ Stubbs, a former catcher for the Washington Nationals, is returning to the franchise this spring on a minor-league deal announced by him on Tuesday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Empire Sports Media / November 24, 2024

Phillies re-sign backup catcher for battery depth

The Philadelphia Phillies want to see more of backup catcher Garrett Stubbs in 2025. According to Bailey Digh of Phillies Nation, Philadelphia has tacked

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / July 17, 2024

Phillies Have Interesting Decision to Make Regarding Backup Catcher

The Philadelphia Phillies will have an interesting decision to make in terms of their backup catcher. With J.T. Realmuto expected to return from the injured list soon, the team will have to choose between two options.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16, 2024