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Story summary
- The Boston Red Sox signed catcher Matt Thaiss to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training.
- Thaiss is 30 and has played for the Los Angeles Angels, Chicago White Sox, and Tampa Bay Rays, appearing in 60 games last season with a .218 batting average.
- He is expected to compete for the backup catcher position.
- The move adds depth to the roster without blocking other potential signings.
