Nido, 32, brings nine MLB seasons of experience. He debuted with the New York Mets in 2017 and spent seven seasons with the Mets from 2017 through 2024, appearing in 306 games and posting a batting line of .214/.251/.313 with 16 home runs and 82 RBIs. In 2024, he was designated for assignment by the Mets, cleared waivers, and signed with the Chicago Cubs. After a brief stint with the Cubs, he also spent time with the Detroit Tigers organization.
Following a late-2024-into-2025 period in which he traversed several teams, Nido elected free agency and signed another minor league contract with Detroit. He appeared in 10 major league games with the Tigers in 2025, batting .343 with a .343 on-base percentage and .343 slugging percentage, driving in two runs before being designated for assignment and moving to a Triple-A assignment in Toledo after clearing waivers. During the current offseason, he again became a free agent and accepted a minor league deal with Boston.
The signing comes amid questions about the health status of a key Boston catcher. Adley Rutschman, who was acquired in early August, missed Boston’s most recent games due to elbow soreness.Rutschman’s injury status has been a part of the broader context of the Red Sox’s move to bolster catching depth for the stretch run.
Nido’s career has included time with the Mets, Cubs, and Tigers, and he is a left-handed hitter who offers catching versatility and veteran presence to the organization. He hails from Puerto Rico and was drafted by the Mets in the eighth round of the 2012 MLB Draft out of Orangewood Christian High School in Maitland, Florida.
This move adds depth behind the plate for Boston as they approach a pivotal series against their rival. The Red Sox may be evaluating options behind the plate for various scenarios, including potential rest days for regular catchers and the need for a veteran presence to help guide younger players.
Summary:
– Tomás Nido signs a minor league deal with the Red Sox.
– Nido has nine MLB seasons of experience, most notably with the Mets (2017–2024).
– Career MLB line: .214/.251/.313 with 16 homers and 82 RBIs (through 2024).
– Previous stints with Cubs and Tigers; spent time in Triple-A with Detroit.
– Signing adds catching depth as the Red Sox prepare for the Yankees series and monitor catcher health.
