Free-agent catcher Jonathan Lucroy is joining the Red Sox on a minor league deal, according to multiple reports.
Lucroy split last season between the Angels and Cubs, hitting a combined .232 with eight home runs and 36 RBIs in 101 games.
The deal was first reported by MLB Network.
Lucroy, 33, is a two-time All-Star who is four years removed from his most productive season at the plate — .292 with 24 homers and 81 RBIs in 2016 for the Rangers and Brewers.
He could challenge Kevin Plawecki for Boston’s backup catcher role behind starter Christian Vazquez.
Lucroy suffered a concussion and broken nose last July 7 when Houston’s Jake Marisnick crashed into the catcher.
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