
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.
Phillies: Garrett Stubbs loses backup catcher battle
According to CBS Sports’ R.J. Anderson, Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs has been sent down to the minor leagues:
“The Philadelphia Phillies optioned reserve catcher Garrett Stubbs to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Thursday, clearing the way for Rafael Marchán to serve as J.T. Realmuto’s backup,” Anderson reported.
Phillies: Garrett Stubbs loses backup catcher battle
According to CBS Sports’ R.J. Anderson, Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs has been sent down to the minor leagues:
“The Philadelphia Phillies optioned reserve catcher Garrett Stubbs to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Thursday, clearing the way for Rafael Marchán to serve as J.T. Realmuto’s backup,” Anderson reported.