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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 22
Recently Retired Former Astros Catcher Expresses Interest in Managing Someday
The Houston Astros had a difficult 2025 season, in which they missed out on the postseason for the first time in a long while. They have a lot of work to do to get back to form, especially when it comes to training and injury prevention, which was one of their biggest issues this year.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 22
Recently Retired Former Astros Catcher Expresses Interest in Managing Someday
The Houston Astros had a difficult 2025 season, in which they missed out on the postseason for the first time in a long while. They have a lot of work to do to get back to form, especially when it comes to training and injury prevention, which was one of their biggest issues this year.
San Diego Padres News / Total Apex Sports / October 19
Martin Maldonado Retires: World Series Champion Hangs Up His Gear After 15-Year Journey
Martin Maldonado announced his retirement from Major League Baseball by bearing his soul on an Instagram post. The 37-year-old catcher, whose defensive prowess behind the plate defined his 15-year career, chose to walk away from the game that has been his life’s work since he was four years old.
The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
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.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / October 18
Former Astros champion announces his retirement from MLB
One former Houston Astros champion has officially caught his final pitch. Veteran MLB catcher Martin Maldonado announced in a post to his Instagram page on Saturday that he is retiring from baseball.
San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / October 18
Padres C Martin Maldonado retires after 15 seasons
Catcher Martin Maldonado announced his retirement Saturday after 15 seasons with seven teams. Maldonado, 39, appeared in 64 games for the San Diego Padres this season.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18
World Series-winning catcher announces MLB retirement
After 15 Major League seasons, Martin Maldonado is retiring from baseball. The 39-year-old catcher made the official announcement today via his Instagram page, thanking his family, the fans, teammates, coaches, and many others who helped him live his dream.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 3
Padres Sign Veteran Weeks After Releasing Him
The San Diego padres appeared to have reached the end of the road with veteran catcher Martin Maldonado. The 39-year-old was designated for assignment on July 31, when the Padres acquired Freddy Fermin from the Kansas City Royals.
Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / September 2
Milwaukee Brewers: former catcher re-joins NL contender after going unclaimed on waivers
The Milwaukee Brewers have one of the best catchers in the National League (and arguably in all Major League Baseball) in two-time All-Star and Silver Slugger winner William Contreras.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2
Padres bring back World Series champion, but there’s a catch
On Monday, in a 4-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles, the San Diego Padres sustained a devastating blow to their bullpen depth, with Jason Adam set to miss the rest of the 2025 season after rupturing his quad tendon.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 6
Padres release Martin Maldonado, outright Tyler Wade to Triple-A
The San Diego Padres released catcher Martin Maldonado and outrighted utility player Tyler Wade to Triple-A El Paso on Wednesday. San Diego designated both players for assignment last week after a trading deadline frenzy during which the club acquired six major leaguers while dealing mostly prospects.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 6
Padres Officially Release Veteran After Disappointing Season
The San Diego Padres announced Wednesday that they released veteran catcher Martin Maldonado, who was designated for assigment last week. The writing was on the wall when the Padres acquired Freddy Fermin from the Kansas City Royals at last Thursday's trade deadline, upending their catching tandem.
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1
Busy Padres DFA two veterans after massive trade deadline
The Padres' busy day continues.
Athletics News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 23
Padres' $73 Million Trade Target Unlikely to Be Available at Deadline: Report
With the trade deadline just one week away, the San Diego Padres are hoping to land an upgrade at catcher. The Padres currently have Elias Díaz and Martin
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 22
Padres May Not Make Major Change at Catcher After All: Report
The San Diego Padres are dealing with a catcher conundrum after Martin Maldonado and Elias Diaz have struggled to get going offensively. The Padres are not getting production from the catcher spot in the lineup, which has tended to hinder the offense's momentum as a whole.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 23
Padres Veteran to Retire After 2025 Season
A San Diego Padres veteran is planning on retiring from Major League Baseball after a long career in the majors, finishing out the rest of the 2025 season and sailing off into the sunset.
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 23
Former Angels Catcher to Retire at End of 2025 Season
Former Los Angeles Angels catcher Martin Maldonado intends to retire after the 2025 season, per USA Today. Maldonado has spent 15 seasons in MLB, and played for the Angels in 2017 and 2018.
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.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 1, 2023
Insider reveals three more teams interested in one-time World Series-winning catcher
The Astros have interest in a reunion with catcher Martin Maldonado, but they’re not alone in showing interest.
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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