Matt Thaiss
C - Tampa Bay Rays - MiLB
2026 Outlook
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Matt Thaiss has signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox. The deal includes an invitation to spring training.
Fantasy Impact
Thaiss played 60 total games last season with the White Sox and Rays and batted .218 with one home run and 16 RBI in 190 plate appearances. The veteran catcher has played parts of seven seasons in the big leagues - six of those with the Angels. He is a lifetime .210 hitter with 23 home runs in 961 career plate appearances. While Carlos Narvaez is entrenched as the starting catcher in Boston, Thaiss could compete with Connor Wong for the backup role during the spring as Wong struggled mightily at the plate in 2025.
The Rays sent C Matt Thaiss outright to Triple-A Durham.
Fantasy Impact
Thaiss went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment. He'll remain in the Rays organization for now.
The Rays designated C Matt Thaiss for assignment.
Fantasy Impact
Thaiss loses his roster spot following the moves the Rays made on Thursday. He could draw some interest on waivers.
The Rays activated C Matt Thaiss.
Fantasy Impact
Thaiss was traded to the Rays on Tuesday. He is expected to backup Danny Jansen behind the plate.
The Rays acquired C Matt Thaiss from the White Sox for OF Dru Baker.
Fantasy Impact
Thaiss will add catching depth for the Rays organization.
