CHRISTIAN VÁZQUEZ NEWS

Christian Vazquez's Stolen Base Helped Red Sox Walk Off Vs. Blue Jays - NESN.com Christian Vazquez's stolen base in the ninth put the Red Sox in prime position for their walk-off win Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • NESN.COM

Scores winning run Saturday Vazquez went 3-for-5 with a stolen base and two runs scored in Saturday's 9-8 win over the Blue Jays.

Impact Vazquez's three hits were all singles. He scored on a Jackie Bradley homer in the second inning. In the ninth, Vazquez singled, stole second, advanced to third on an error and then beat the throw home on Yairo Munoz's groundball. The three-hit effort gave Vazquez a .266/.321/.403 slash line with four homers, 16 runs scored, 12 RBI and two steals in 35 games this year.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sits for first half of doubleheader Vazquez will be on the bench for the first game of Friday's twin bill against Toronto, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports.

Impact It's no surprise to see that Vazquez won't be asked to start twice behind the plate in one day. Kevin Plawecki gets the nod for the afternoon contest, but Vazquez will likely return to the lineup for the nightcap.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gets breather Wednesday Vazquez isn't in Wednesday's lineup against Atlanta.

Impact Vazquez recorded hits in each of the past two contests, but he'll get a day off for the series finale against Atlanta. Kevin Plawecki will take over at catcher.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Vazquez Thankful To Stick With Red Sox Beyond MLB Trade Deadline - NESN.com Red Sox catcher Christian Vazquez had been the subject of trade rumors, but he's happy Boston didn't deal him befor Monday's deadline.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 • NESN.COM

Resting Sunday Vazquez is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals.

Impact Vazquez will be getting a routine breather after starting nine consecutive games, including each of the last four at catcher. Kevin Plawecki will replace him behind the dish, catching for Zack Godley in the series finale.

AUGUST 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Tampa Bay Rays could finally have answer with Christian Vazquez The Tampa Bay Rays long standing issues behind the plate could be solved at the trade deadline. One of the odd tendencies with the Tampa Bay...

AUGUST 29, 2020 • CALLTOTHEPEN.COM

Red Sox discussing Christian Vazquez trade with Rays The Boston Red Sox are reportedly in discussions to trade Christian Vazquez to the Tampa Bay Rays. The Boston Red Sox need new blood. The Ta...

AUGUST 29, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM

Christian Vazquez has a lot value, but where? - The Boston Globe Several contending teams have gotten horrendous performances from their catchers

AUGUST 26, 2020 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Christian Vazquez Reveals Career 'Goal' In Face Of Red Sox Trade Rumors - NESN.com Christian Vazquez's name has popped up in trade rumors, but the Red Sox catcher wants to remain in Boston for his entire MLB career.

AUGUST 25, 2020 • NESN.COM

Could play Wednesday Red Sox manager Ron Roenicke is hopeful Vazquez (heel) can play Wednesday against the Phillies, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Vazquez exited Monday's game against the Yankees to rest a heel that's been bothering him. The manager gave him a complete day off Tuesday and awaits word from the team's trainers heading into Wednesday's series finale. "We'll see later on if the trainers think that he's OK to hit," said Roenicke. "But he's better. He told me he's better today. He's getting worked on also, they'll come back and let me know what they think for the game and what they think for tomorrow." Kevin Plawecki started in place of Vazquez on Tuesday.

AUGUST 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Harper homers as Phillies score 7 in 6th to beat Boston 13-6

Bryce Harper hit a three-run homer during a seven-run sixth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies came from behind to crush Boston 13-6 on Tuesday night and send the Red Sox to thei...

AUGUST 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Phillies Vs. Red Sox Lineups: Jackie Bradley Jr. Christian Vazquez Sit - NESN.com Boston will be without two veterans when it opens its two-game series against Philadelphia.

AUGUST 18, 2020 • NESN.COM

Sitting Tuesday Vazquez (heel) will sit Tuesday against the Phillies, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Vazquez left Monday's game against the Yankees early due to heel soreness, so it's no surprise to see him sit for at least one game. Whether or not his absence will extend to multiple games remains to be seen. Kevin Plawecki takes over behind the plate Tuesday.

AUGUST 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox Notes: Christian Vazquez Not Dwelling On Loss to Yankees, ‘They Have No Rings’ The bad news? The Boston Red Sox dropped their eighth-consecutive game of the year. But the good news is, thanks…

AUGUST 18, 2020 • NESN.COM

Nursing heel issue Vazquez went 2-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored Monday against the Yankees. He was removed early due to a sore heel, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Vazquez drove home a run in the fourth inning with a single to left center, but he was unable to finish out the game after experiencing heel soreness. He'll be considered day-to-day moving forward and will likely be re-evaluated Tuesday morning to determine his availability for the series opener against the Phillies.

AUGUST 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox Vs. Yankees Lineups: Xander Bogaerts, Christian Vazquez Back For Series Opener The Boston Red Sox are riding hot hands and playing the regulars when they kick off a three-game series against…

AUGUST 14, 2020 • NESN.COM

Gets day off Vazquez is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rays, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Vazquez will get a break after working behind the plate and going 1-for-8 with a double between Red Sox losses Tuesday and Wednesday. Kevin Plawecki will fill in as Boston's catcher, working in a battery with rookie Kyle Hart.

AUGUST 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Monday Vazquez isn't starting Monday against the Rays.

Impact Vazquez had started in the past 10 games for Boston, but he'll take a seat after going 1-for-11 with one RBI and seven strikeouts over the past three games. Kevin Plawecki will step in behind the dish and bat sixth Monday.

AUGUST 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Vazquez Offers Travis Shaw Warning About Alex Verdugo’s Arm Alex Verdugo is impressing more than just Red Sox fans with his defensive skills. The 24-year-old made quite an impressive…

AUGUST 9, 2020 • NESN.COM

Padres: A trade with Boston for Christian Vazquez may work With the trade deadline approaching quickly, the Padres should consider improving the catcher position with a trade for Boston's Christian V...

AUGUST 8, 2020 • FRIARSONBASE.COM

Verdugo, Chavis homer to back Pérez as Red Sox beat Rays 5-0

Martín Pérez pitched out of trouble all night, and Alex Verdugo and Michael Chavis homered to help the Boston Red Sox stop a four-game skid Wednesday with a 5-0 victory over the sl...

AUGUST 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

It took awhile, but Christian Vazquez has caught on for Red Sox - The Boston Globe His track to the majors was a long and winding one, but his hard work as belief in himself has paid off.

JULY 31, 2020 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Christian Vazquez Looks Like One Of MLB’s Top Catchers As He Saves Red Sox In adding to the wild ride that is 2020, we ask you this: Where would the Boston Red Sox be…

JULY 31, 2020 • NESN.COM

Red Sox Notes: Christian Vazquez’s Impact Was With More Than Just A Bat Christian Vazquez filled up the stat sheet. The Boston Red Sox catcher belted two home runs to add to his…

JULY 31, 2020 • NESN.COM