Mets Sign Free Agent Catcher After Impressive Minor League Numbers

The New York Mets have signed minor league catcher Logan Porter to a Major League deal after he triggered the opt-out clause in his contract with the San Francisco Giants, according to Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 Houston. 

Porter, who appeared in 11 games with the Kansas City Royals last year, will be optioned to Triple-A Syracuse, providing the Mets with depth at the catching position. 

The Mets have signed catcher Logan Porter to a major league deal and assigned him to Triple-A Syracuse.

He’s hitting .293/.390/.500 in Triple-A this year.

The 29-year-old played in 11 games last season with the Royals.

Mets have two catchers on IL for Syracuse right now.

— Mike Mayer (@mikemayer22) July 18, 2024

This move comes as Porter has been performing exceptionally well at the Triple-A level this season, slashing .293/.390/.500 with eight home runs in 53 games.

Porter's impressive minor league performance likely influenced the Mets' decision to add him to their 40-man roster. Having spent most of his career with the Royals, where he was an undrafted free agent signed in 2018, Porter has shown consistent hitting capabilities with a .277/.401/.466 line over 1,766 plate appearances in the minors. 

SOURCE: The #Mets are in agreement on a Major League contract with Catcher Logan Porter, pending physical.

Porter has a great story - a walk-on at Dixie State who went undrafted, & signed as an affiliate bullpen catcher. He made the big leagues last season. pic.twitter.com/OlzJOVQgq5

— Ari Alexander (@AriA1exander) July 18, 2024

While he may not immediately join the active roster, his presence in Triple-A Syracuse ensures the Mets are well-prepared for any potential injuries or roster changes, offering additional flexibility and depth behind current catchers Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens.

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