Erik Kratz traded to Yankees

Erik Kratz was traded by the Cleveland Indians to the New York Yankees on August 31, 2017 for cash. The catcher hit 76 for 282, .270/.359/.472 with 13 HR, 37 RBI, 38 R, 5 SB in 86 games at Triple A Columbus. Over seven MLB seasons with the Pirates, Astros, Royals, Blue Jays and Phillies he hit .200/.248/.362 with 24 HR, 73 RBI, 55 R, 0 SB in 225 games. His minor league caught stealing rate is 31% and his MLB rate is 34%. He was originally drafted by the Blue Jays in the 29th round in 2002. Kratz turned 37 on June 15.