Do the Astros have a catcher upgrade option on the trade market?

Scott Barzilla of Climbing Tal's Hill examines whether the Houston Astros can find a realistic catcher upgrade over Yainer Diaz via the trade market. The writer evaluates potential trade targets including Sean Murphy, Francisco Alvarez, Connor Wong, and Patrick Bailey, assessing each player's defensive and offensive profile alongside their acquisition costs.

Ultimately, Barzilla argues that none of the available options represent a clear upgrade over Diaz. While Alvarez is viewed as the best potential target, he would require substantial player capital, and Murphy remains an expensive financial commitment. Barzilla concludes that finding a true upgrade on the trade market remains unlikely.