The Phillies sent Garrett Stubbs to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Thursday, per team updates, cementing Rafael Marchán as J.T. Realmuto’s backup catcher to start 2025.

Fantasy Impact

Stubbs’ .804 OPS in 10 spring games couldn’t outshine Marchán for the Phillies’ backup catcher role behind Realmuto, dropping him to Lehigh Valley Thursday despite a career .215/.294/.311 MLB line. His clubhouse vibe shines. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues might stash him, hoping the 31-year-old’s bat earns a midseason call-up if Philadelphia’s catching depth shifts in 2025.

The Phillies and Garrett Stubbs have agreed to a one-year deal to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

Stubbs will return to the team and serve as the backup catcher. He posted a .207 average, with one home run, and 11 RBI in 56 games last season.

Garrett Stubbs is in the starting lineup for the Phillies Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Stubbs will start behind the plate and bat eighth Tuesday. He is hitting .203, with one home run, and 10 RBI this season.

Garrett Stubbs is out of the starting lineup for the Phillies Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Stubbs will head to the bench for a regular day of rest. Aramis Garcia will start behind the plate and bat ninth against the Rays.

Garrett Stubbs is in the starting lineup for the Phillies Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Stubbs will start behind the plate and bat ninth against the Rays Monday. He is hitting .215, with one home run, and 10 RBI this season.