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On YouTubeSan Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23
Three veterans make Padres' Opening Day roster
The Padres have told three veteran non-roster invitees that they have made the Opening Day roster. First baseman Yuli Gurriel (as per reporter Francys
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 18
Former Angels Gold Glove Winner Signs With NL West Powerhouse
Once a Gold Glove winner with the Los Angeles Angels, catcher Martin Maldonado has found a new home on the West Coast. Maldonado and the San Diego Padres agreed to a minor league contract Thursday with an invitation to big league spring training, meaning the 38-year-old will have the opportunity to win a spot on the Opening Day roster.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 16
Notable ex-Astros champion signs with NL team
After a successful run in the American League, one veteran backstop is now headed back to the National League.
The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16
Padres to sign World Series-winning catcher to minor league deal
The Padres have a fairly wide-open catching situation and little money to address it.
Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / December 2
Former White Sox players want to continue playing in 2025 
A pair of former White Sox players are hoping to find playing opportunities in 2025. According to two separate reports, catcher Martin Maldonado and outfielder Kevin Pillar have expressed their desire to continue playing next season.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 2
Former Houston Astros World Series Champion Martin Maldonado Doesn't Want to Retire Yet
Veteran catcher Martin Maldonado isn't ready to retire just yet, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Rosenthal put the news out on social media: The 38-year-old is a well-traveled 14-year veteran.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 30
Five non-tendered pitchers to keep an eye on this winter
Every year, MLB’s non-tender deadline sees clubs allow some of their players who remain under team control to test the open market early, whether it be due to an increasing price tag in arbitration or a need for additional space on the club’s 40-man roster.
Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / July 18
White Sox’s Martin Maldonado gets DFA, Chuckie Robinson called up
The Chicago White Sox designated Puerto Rican catcher Martin Maldonado for assignment, The Athletic reported Wednesday. In addition to Maldonado, the team
Chicago White Sox News / The Forkball / July 18
Martin Maldonado Hits His Way off White Sox
The Chicago White Sox have designated Martin Maldonado for assignment. Why? Was it because his defense had regressed to the point where he was one of the worst defensive catchers in baseball?
Chicago White Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
White Sox make big decision on veteran catcher’s future
The Chicago White Sox are designating Martin Maldonado for assignment, according to Ken Rosenthal and Chandler Rome of The Athletic. The veteran catcher has not had a productive season for the White Sox and is now on his way out, possibly with his MLB days done for good.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 17
Former Astros champion gets DFA’d by White Sox
Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported Wednesday that catcher Martin Maldonado has been designated for assignment by the Chicago White Sox.
Chicago White Sox News / Fastball on SI / July 17
Chicago White Sox Jettison World Champion Catcher in Roster Move
After signing him this past winter, the Chicago White Sox have designated veteran catcher Martin Maldonado for assignment. The team will now have now have one week to trade him, outright him to the minors or release him.
Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17
White Sox designate struggling veteran catcher for assignment
Maldonado, 37, signed a one-year deal with the Sox in the offseason. The veteran backstop secured a $4.25M guarantee in the form of a $4M salary with a $250K buyout on a $4M club/vesting option for 2025.
MLB News / Bleacher Nation / July 13
White Sox vs. Pirates Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Saturday, July 13, 2024
The Chicago White Sox (27-69), led by the red-hot Martin Maldonado and his two-game homer streak, are -168 favorites to pick up a win over the Pittsburgh Pirates (46-48) Saturday at 2:10 PM ET, live from Guaranteed Rate Field and broadcast on SportsNet PT.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 2, 2024
Houston Astros Seemingly Reducing Playing Time of Star Catcher
The Houston Astros went into the offseason knowing they were going to make a change at catcher and move on from Martin Maldonado who had been a staple behind the plate for them since 2019.
Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / May 22, 2024
Stop the Maldonado Madness and start Korey Lee
Truthfully, this article could contain zero words and only this screenshot: Martin Maldonado is not just bad, he is the worst player in baseball. The 37-year-old backstop has an fWAR of -1.3, tied only with Andrew Benintendi (lol), and Benny has far more plate appearances.
Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / April 26, 2024
White Sox 9, Rays 4: Maldonado slugs White Sox to victory
Yes, you read that correctly. The White Sox’s seven-game losing streak is over, thanks in part to Martin Maldonado, who launched his first homer in a White Sox uniform.
Houston Astros News / Inside The Diamonds / March 27, 2024
Astros Star Young Catcher Poised for Breakout in Second Full Season in Majors
With longtime Astros catcher Martin Maldonado leaving Houston for the Chicago White Sox in free agency last offseason, a vacancy developed at the catcher position.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 29, 2024
Astros Slugger Tabbed as Player Who Could 'Explode'
Things will be much different behind the plate for the Houston Astros this season as Yainer Diaz is taking over for long-time catcher Martin Maldonado.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 26, 2023
White Sox to sign World Series-winning catcher
The White Sox are in agreement with catcher Martín Maldonado on a one-year contract with an option for 2025.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 3, 2023
Could Astros See Surprise Reunion with Maldonado?
The Houston Astros and their fans have a ton of respect for Martin Maldonado. He has been the paragon for the franchise for much of the previous five seasons.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 29, 2022
Astros' Martin Maldonado used an illegal bat in Game 1 of World Series
Maldonado requested the bats from Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols, as they're the same model the future Hall of Famer uses.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / June 27, 2021
Astros lead MLB with seven All-Star Game finalists
The Houston Astros have a major-league best seven finalists to start in the 2021 All-Star Game.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 16, 2021
MLB announces small increase in new positive COVID-19 test results
A player, manager, or coach who tests positive must isolate for a minimum of 10 days.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 14, 2021
Astros place Jose Altuve, four others on IL due to health and safety protocols
The Astros placed Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez, Martin Maldonado and Robel Garcia on the injured list due to MLB's health and safety protocols.
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