Atlanta Braves Sign Curt Casali For Catching Depth

The Atlanta Braves have signed veteran catcher Curt Casali to a minor league contract, marking his 11th team in 14 professional seasons. Casali, who has played primarily as a backup, had a challenging season with the San Francisco Giants last year, posting a .194 batting average over 41 games. He is expected to compete for a backup role behind starter Sean Murphy and will face competition from Chadwick Tromp and top prospect Drake Baldwin during spring training. While his offensive performance has declined, Casali is still regarded for his defensive skills and may provide valuable experience to Atlanta's catching depth. The Braves seek to bolster their roster after declining the club option on Travis d’Arnaud, who has since signed with the Angels. Casali's experience will be crucial as the Braves navigate roster changes heading into the new season.