29-Year Old Catcher Elects Free Agency

Testing the open market.

Catcher P.J. Higgins has elected free agency.

P. J. Higgins has elected free agency. The catcher/infielder wants to see what’s out there. #Cubs #MLB https://t.co/rM8eDdRcRL

— Al Yellon (@bleedcubbieblue) January 9, 2023

Higgins will test the open market rather than accept the Chicago Cubs' outright assignment to Triple-A Iowa.

The twenty-nine-year-old went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment at the end of December. 

In 74 games last season, Higgins slashed an underwhelming .229/.310/.383, with six home runs, 30 RBIs and 23 runs scored. He fared much better in the minors, however, slashing a fantastic .417/.500/.1.069 line, with a home run, 17 RBIs, one stolen base and nine runs scored across 72 at-bats.

Higgins should be able to find a job with another team and serve as additional catching depth.
Photo Credit:  Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports