2 potential Ryan Jeffers replacements if Twins let long-time catcher walk in free agency

Who will replace Ryan Jeffers if the Minnesota Twins let the catcher walk in free agency?

By Jackson Kruse · Puckett's Pond

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 10:00 PM

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Jackson Kruse identifies Carson Kelly and Kyle Higashioka as potential free-agent targets if the Minnesota Twins lose Ryan Jeffers.
The writer expects Jeffers to decline a qualifying offer from Minnesota to pursue a multi-year contract in free agency.
Victor Caratini remains under team control through next season as Minnesota's only other rostered catcher.

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Writer Jackson Kruse highlights Carson Kelly and Kyle Higashioka as two free-agent catcher targets for the Minnesota Twins if Ryan Jeffers leaves this offseason. With Jeffers likely declining a qualifying offer in search of a multi-year deal, the Twins would be left with only Victor Caratini on their 40-man roster while top prospect Vahn Lackey continues his development.

Kruse argues that Kelly represents a strong two-year option given his recent offensive production with the Chicago Cubs and defensive versatility. Alternatively, Kruse notes that 38-year-old veteran Higashioka would provide a more affordable, short-term one-year bridge following his stint with the Texas Rangers.

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