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Time of India
22 minutes ago
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- Time of India
"He outworked everybody in this room": Aaron Judge gives rare praise to former teammate and current Red Sox player
Image Source: Getty Carlos Narváez, once a Yankees prospect, is now shining as Boston's top catcher after a December 2024 trade. His big hits and strong defence have made him a Red Sox star. Aaron Judge, his former teammate, recently praised his hard work. Carlos Narváez shines in Red Sox victory Since joining the Boston Red Sox from the New York Yankees, Carlos Narváez has become a big piece of the puzzle. On June 8, 2025 he hit a 3 run homer in the 6th inning to help Boston beat the Yankees 11-7. The Red Sox won 2 of 3 in the series. Narváez played 6 games for the Yankees in 2024 and has a .820 OPS in 50 games with Boston. He's also great behind the plate and with the pitchers. His former teammate Aaron Judge wasn't surprised. He's also great at catching and guiding pitchers. His former teammate, Aaron Judge, wasn't surprised by his success. 'Narvy is a hard worker, a great teammate, one of the best we ever had over here,' Judge said, per 'I was sad to see him go, but excited for the opportunity he's getting right now.' Narváez's big plays show why the Red Sox are happy with the trade. Also Read: Aaron Judge shuts down Red Sox trash talk with thunderous home run that echoes through rivalry Yankees-Red Sox trades spark success Trades between rivals like the Yankees and Red Sox don't happen often, but they're working out for Boston. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pinga-Pinga e HBP? Tome isso 1x ao dia se tem mais de 40 anos Portal Saúde do Homem Clique aqui Undo In December 2024, the Red Sox got Narváez for a minor league pitcher and some extra funds. This was similar to another trade that brought pitcher Garrett Whitlock to the Boston Red Sox. Narváez stepped up as Boston's main catcher after an injury to Connor Wong. His strong hitting and defence have made him a fan favourite. Another ex-Yankee, Agustín Ramírez, is also doing well with the Miami Marlins after a trade. 'He had a short time coming up with us for a little bit and the stuff I saw in spring training and stuff I heard about, everybody loved him,' Judge said about Narváez. 'He outworked everybody in this room.' These trades show how teams can help each other, and Narváez is proving to be a great addition to the Red Sox.
Boston Globe
16 hours ago
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- Boston Globe
Red Sox catcher Carlos Narváez accepting of ball-strike challenge system for 2026 season
'I saw it coming. It's going to be a little bit different,' he said. 'Maybe we'll need time to adjust, but as a catcher, the challenge system is good … It's going to be good for baseball and for the fans too. It's going to be interesting when you challenge and see everything on the scoreboard.' Advertisement The tricky part for Narváez and others is the new arrangement stands to diminish a key skill of good catchers, pitch framing. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up With the Red Sox this season, his first playing regularly in the majors, Narváez has lived up to his minor league reputation as an excellent framer, able to make pitches outside the zone look like strikes with subtle mitt movements. Entering Sunday, Narváez ranked in the 96th percentile in framing, according to Baseball Savant, MLB's analytics website. Through that lens, the challenge system is 'not going to be 100 percent good for us as catchers,' Narváez said. 'I know if I frame a pitch and it was a ball and I made it a strike, and they challenge that it's a ball, probably the umpire is not going to give me the same pitch [for the rest of the game],' he continued. 'OK, so you got to deal with it. But I think it's going to be good for us … Everybody is going to adjust. And every catcher is going to have the ability to still frame pitches.' Advertisement Under the anticipated system, catchers, batters, and pitchers can challenge the umpire's ball/strike call. When a team is wrong two or three times (depending on which variation MLB selects), it isn't allowed to challenge for the rest of the game. So opportunities to steal strikes will remain. Alex Cora , noting that the Sox didn't get to use ABS much during spring training because their facility was not equipped with the technology, offered a diplomatic defense of umpires. 'We're trying to improve the game, right?' he said. '[Plate umpire is] the toughest job in baseball, to be honest with you. With the velocity, the movement, the catchers doing what they do behind the plate, it's a challenging job … They're human and it's a tough job and whatever we can do to make it better for them, I'm open to it.' Crawford pushed back The Red Sox delayed Kutter Crawford's bullpen session from the weekend to sometime this week, per Cora. Crawford had been on the brink of beginning a rehabilitation assignment before experiencing wrist soreness, setting back his return from a right knee issue. Tanner Houck (right flexor pronator strain) has 'a bullpen probably scheduled this week,' Cora said. 'Hopefully now we get going,' he added. Seymour reaches The Show Tampa Bay, which visits Fenway for a three-game set beginning Monday, called up 26-year-old lefthander Ian Seymour , a Connecticut native who grew up in Westborough and played for St. John's of Shrewsbury. Advertisement Seymour, a second-round pick out of Virginia Tech in 2020, was 5-3 with a 2.95 ERA in 12 games for Triple A Durham. He has been a starter throughout his career but the Rays want him in the bullpen for multi-inning stints if needed. Seymour did not pitch in Sunday's win 3-2 win over the Marlins in Tampa but his parents, Amy and Albert , were at the game along with his brother, Elliott . His sister, Isabelle , flew in from Philadelphia. As the rotation turns The Red Sox will keep their rotation in order with Brayan Bello , Lucas Giolito , Walker Buehler against the Rays … In his first start since being sent back to Triple A Worcester, righthander Richard Fitts allowed 4 runs, 6 hits and 2 walks in three innings Saturday. Perhaps most significantly, he threw 60 pitches, his most at any level since April 12, when he strained his right lat. Peter Abraham of the Globe staff contributed to this report. Tim Healey can be reached at
New York Post
3 days ago
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- New York Post
Carlos Narvaez thriving with Red Sox in every way after Yankees trade that ‘shocked him'
Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free Aaron Boone knew Carlos Narváez was a major leaguer. He did not know that when the Yankees traded the young catcher to the Red Sox in December, Narváez would return as Boston's cleanup hitter and a potential AL All-Star in his rookie season. Advertisement 'But I know how much I love the player and the person. I'm not surprised he's having success,' the Yankees manager said before beginning a series with the Red Sox in The Bronx on Friday. 'This is obviously a really talented catcher and a really smart guy with an amazing head on his shoulders.' The Yankees know plenty about Narváez after he spent nine years in the organization, signing out of Venezuela in 2015 and playing 497 minor league games from 2016-24. 3 Carlos Narváez hits an RBI single during the Red Sox's game against the Angels on June 4, 2025. Getty Images Last year, he finally got his chance — kind of — in debuting in July, when Jose Trevino hit the injured list. Narváez backed up Austin Wells and played in six games, going 3-for-13, before his opportunity ended. Advertisement A franchise teeming with catching talent then sent Narváez to Boston, clearing a 40-man roster spot and receiving promising righty prospect Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz and international bonus pool space. The deal 'shocked' Narváez, he said, but then he considered that 'maybe a little more opportunities' existed with the Red Sox. He was right and won a job out of camp. Advertisement What seemed to be a minor trade has had major implications for the Red Sox, who have watched a catcher they knew could defend — 'He's one of the best defensive catchers in the big leagues,' Red Sox manager Alex Cora said — blossom with the bat, entering play hitting .288 with an .812 OPS in his first 47 games this year. 'I'd be lying to you if [I said] I thought, like, 'Oh, he's going to be an offensive guy,'' Cora said of the 26-year-old. ''He's going to hit fourth for the Red Sox or fifth.' But we knew that defensively he was going to be a force.' 3 Carlos Narváez hits a single during the Yankees' game against the Rays in July 2024. Robert Sabo for NY Post CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS Advertisement Narváez arrived at Yankee Stadium without revenge in mind. He called the organization 'awesome' and said he is 'super thankful' for the franchise that gave him his first professional contract. One of his best friends is Oswaldo Cabrera, another Venezuelan with whom he visited Thursday night. 3 Carlos Narváez reacts before the Red Sox's game against the Braves on May 16, 2025. Eric Canha-Imagn Images He also shares a bond with the Yankees catchers who reported to major league spring training in 2024. The most impressive factoid concerning the Yankees' catching pipeline is he (with the Red Sox), Agustín Ramírez (Marlins), Luis Torrens (Mets), Trevino (Reds), Ben Rortvedt (Rays) and Wells, Ben Rice and J.C. Escarra all have played in the majors one year later. 'I'm super proud to be in that group,' said Narváez, who added that when the Red Sox played the Mets last month, he and Torrens talked about being a part of the 2024 Eight. 'It's so cool that everyone found their own way to get to the big leagues.' Advertisement Go beyond the box score with the Bombers Sign up for Inside the Yankees by Greg Joyce, exclusively on Sports+. Thank you Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Enjoy this Post Sports+ exclusive newsletter! Check out more newsletters The Yankees have stuck with Wells as their primary catcher while Escarra backs up and Rice — who has seen most of his time at DH/first base — still practices catching to attempt to stay ready. 'They have a great program over there, as far as defensive catchers,' Cora said. 'They've done an amazing job throughout the last few years.'
Boston Globe
3 days ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Traded by the Yankees, Carlos Narváez has seized on his chance to play for the Red Sox
There were no tears when Narváez returned on Friday as a member of the Red Sox, only gratitude. The Yankees traded Narváez to the Sox in December. He earned a roster spot in spring training and has since become the team's primary catcher and done enough at the plate to merit hitting cleanup against his old teammates on Friday. In what has been a season defined by drama and disappointment, Narváez is one of the few Sox players to exceed expectations. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up 'He took the baton and took off,' manager Alex Cora said. 'He's done an amazing job.' Advertisement Offensively, Narváez focused on cutting down on strikeouts and putting the ball in play. 'Just find some barrel, keep the line moving,' he said. 'It's been paying off and I'm super happy contributing to the team.' Yankees manager Aaron Boone told Cora in December that Narváez would be a good player. 'Hitting fourth, I don't know that I saw that,' Boone said. 'But I know how much I love the player and the person so I'm not surprised he's having success. 'This is obviously a really talented catcher and really smart guy. Amazing head on his shoulders, amazing person.' Advertisement Going back to spring training, the Sox were impressed with how Narváez worked with the pitchers and his athletic ability behind the plate. They broke camp with Connor Wong as the starting catcher. But when Wong broke a finger on April 7, Narváez became the starter and has held the job since. Defensive metrics show Narváez as one of the top catchers in baseball and he arrived at Yankee Stadium hitting .288 with an .812 OPS. The Sox had a day off on Thursday and Narváez spent some time with Yankees infielder Oswaldo Cabrera, one of his closest friends and a fellow Venezuelan. There were plenty of handshakes and hugs at batting practice before a passing rainstorm chased everybody back inside. For the Yankees, this is not a case of the one who got away. The organization had a deep group of catchers and made the best trade they could. The Sox sent 21-year-old righthander Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz to the Yankees for Narváez and he has a 3.88 earned run average and 1.10 WHIP in nine starts at High A Hudson Valley. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman knew he was taking a risk in trading Narváez to the Red Sox. But he didn't let the age-old rivalry between the teams stand in the way. He liked Rodriguez-Cruz and the deal was made. Narváez was soon surrounded by a group of reporters when he walked through the visitors clubhouse before the game. He credited the Yankees for his success and thanked the Red Sox for the opportunity to play regularly. Advertisement 'Super pumped for this opportunity and being able to wear both uniforms,' Narváez said. 'It's amazing.' Peter Abraham can be reached at
Boston Globe
31-05-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Red Sox rookie catcher Carlos Narváez having no problem with extra workload
'Really good,' Narváez said. 'I always feel like I'm stronger in the second half of the season. But I feel fine.' Narváez is performing at a high level defensively and through Friday had hit .286 with an .814 OPS. Saturday's game against the Braves was the fourth time he's hit cleanup this season. Related : For a team that needed righthanded hitters to balance the lineup, Narváez has been invaluable. Among qualified American League rookies, Narváez is second in OPS, tied for fourth in RBIs (17), and second in doubles (11). The only Red Sox catcher to win Rookie of the Year was Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk in 1972. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Narváez met Fisk in January at the team's 'Fenway Fest' event. Maybe that has something to do with it. Advertisement 'He's very diligent with his work. So far so good,' manager Alex Cor a said. 'You see the numbers defensively … I don't know about the other rookies this month, but he should be top three for rookie of the month, if not rookie of the month. 'He keeps getting better. In a perfect world, he should be hitting seven for us, make the lineup deeper. But this is where we at right now.' Related : Cora said the medical staff is keeping a close eye on how Narváez is handling the workload. He also discusses the intricacies of his position with game-planning coach Jason Varitek and catching coach Parker Guinn . Advertisement 'I think the staff is doing an amazing job the mental side of it,' Cora said. 'He's still learning the game. Sometimes it's not that you question or second guess to pitch right, but you have to walk him through situations.' Narváez isn't worried about wearing down. 'This is what I wanted, to be an everyday player in the major leagues,' he said. 'I'll do whatever they need me to do.' Gonzalez back on the field Romy Gonzalez batted second and played first for Triple A Worcester at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. It was the first game in what is expected to be a brief rehabilitation assignment. He is scheduled to DH on Sunday and could rejoin the Sox as soon as Monday. Gonzalez has been on the injured list since May 8 with a large bruise on his left thigh. 'We'll have a [roster] decision to make when Romy comes back,' Cora said. Nick Sogard , who has appeared in one of the last five games, could be the odd man out. Righthander Kutter Crawford , who has been out all season rehabilitating an injured right knee, is set to start a rehab assignment next week. Special visitor Much to Cora's delight, former teammate J.D. Drew popped into the dugout during batting practice to say hello. Drew, who lives in Georgia, played for the Sox from 2007-11 … Richard Fitts , Brayan Bello , and Lucas Giolito are lined up to face the Angels at Fenway starting on Monday. Peter Abraham can be reached at
