The Arizona Diamondbacks announced the signing of catcher James McCann to a major-league contract.
McCann joined Arizona following his release from the Atlanta Braves. His minor-league deal with Atlanta contained a rolling opt-out that allowed him to leave for a big-league deal elsewhere, according to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal.
Arizona was short on catching depth after placing starter Gabriel Moreno on the injured list with a fractured finger Friday.
McCann didn't appear in a game with the Braves this season but slashed .305/.341/.510 with six home runs and 32 RBIs in 42 minor-league contests.
The veteran backstop last appeared in the majors in 2024, playing 65 games for the Baltimore Orioles.
McCann earned an All-Star nod in 2019 when he hit 18 homers and posted a .789 OPS for the Chicago White Sox.
To make room for McCann on the 40-man roster, Arizona designated catcher Aramis Garcia for assignment.
