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The Baltimore Orioles are reportedly interested in veteran catcher Elias D\u00edaz, a former All-Star and the 2023 MLB All-Star Game MVP.<\/p>\n

According to sources, D\u00edaz\u2019s name has surfaced as a potential fit for the Orioles, who are in the market for a backup catcher to complement their roster heading into the 2025 season.<\/p>\n

D\u00edaz, 33, made a name for himself last year with a clutch two-run home run off Orioles closer F\u00e9lix Bautista in the 2023 All-Star Game, leading the National League to a 3-2 victory over the American League.<\/p>\n

His performance earned him MVP honors in Seattle, marking the highlight of a career season with the Colorado Rockies, during which he batted .267 with 14 home runs and 72 RBIs.<\/p>\n

Despite his All-Star season, D\u00edaz\u2019s 2024 campaign was less productive. He hit .270 with five home runs and 36 RBIs in 84 games before being released by the Rockies in August.<\/p>\n

Following his release, D\u00edaz signed a minor league deal with the San Diego Padres and was called up during the September roster expansions.<\/p>\n

Over his\u00a010-year career\u00a0with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Rockies, D\u00edaz has batted .252 with 61 home runs and 294 RBIs in 712 games.<\/p>\n

Orioles need a backup catcher, Elias D\u00edaz is the perfect fit<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The Orioles\u2019 interest in D\u00edaz stems from their need for a backup catcher, especially if they decide not to re-sign James McCann, who was vital as the team\u2019s second catcher in 2024.<\/p>\n

Baltimore\u2019s depth chart currently features Adley Rutschman as the primary backstop, but adding an experienced right-handed bat like D\u00edaz would provide balance to the lineup and stability behind the plate.<\/p>\n

D\u00edaz\u2019s veteran presence and ability to handle pitching staff could prove valuable for an Orioles team looking to build on its recent success.<\/p>\n

His offensive skills, particularly his track record of timely hitting, could also bolster the team\u2019s bench strength.<\/p>\n

While D\u00edaz represents a strong candidate, reports indicate that the Orioles are casting a wide net in their search for a veteran catcher.<\/p>\n

The team\u2019s needs extend beyond the backup catcher role, with a focus on bolstering their pitching rotation and potentially adding a right-handed bat for depth.<\/p>\n

The Orioles are not expected to make sweeping changes to their roster this offseason, with their infield and outfield largely set.<\/p>\n

However, the addition of a seasoned player like D\u00edaz could address their specific needs while maintaining roster flexibility.<\/p>\n

As the Orioles weigh their options in free agency, D\u00edaz\u2019s blend of experience, leadership, and offensive upside makes him an intriguing target for Baltimore.<\/p>\n

A reunion with the former All-Star Game MVP would not only fill a key positional need but also bring a proven winner to Camden Yards.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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