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Baseball's Youngest Catcher

Updated 2026-09-03 03:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Ethan Salas, at 20 years and 93 days old, became the youngest player to catch in an MLB game since Ivan Rodriguez. His debut with the Padres on Wednesday night made headlines.

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Salas, 20, youngest to catch game since 'Pudge'

Padres top prospect Ethan Salas became the youngest player to catch in an MLB game since Ivan Rodriguez, making his debut Wednesday night at 20 years, 93 days old.

2026-09-03 03:59 UTC