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Catching is among the thinnest markets at any trade deadline, and right-handed production from behind the plate is thinner still.
The New York Yankees reportedly moved to close that gap this week, acquiring a former Silver Slugger award winner at the position and landing the backstop they had been targeting.
The transaction came shortly after a roster cut created the necessary space.
The position and what the award signals The Silver Slugger is voted annually to the best offensive player at each spot on the field across both major leagues.
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