Twins Acquire Catcher Diego Cartaya from Dodgers

The Minnesota Twins have acquired catcher Diego Cartaya from the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for minor league pitcher Jose Vasquez. Cartaya, once a top prospect in the Dodgers organization, struggled with his batting in the upper minor leagues, hitting .221/.323/.363 with 11 home runs in 95 games during the 2024 season. Despite his offensive challenges, he has shown improvement in his defensive skills, including pitch-calling and framing. The Twins view this acquisition as a strategic move to enhance their catching depth, although Cartaya will likely begin the season in Triple-A. Vasquez, a 20-year-old right-hander, had a rough minor league career thus far with an 8.05 ERA but offers potential upside for the Dodgers. This trade marks a notable move for the Twins amid a quiet offseason and potential ownership changes.