Overview
- Seattle announced the one-year MLB contract, reported at $1 million with incentives that could reach $1.5 million.
- Knizner is slated to serve as the likely No. 2 catcher behind All-Star Cal Raleigh for the 2026 season.
- The 30-year-old has logged parts of seven MLB seasons with the Cardinals (2019–23), Rangers (2024) and Giants (2025).
- He owns a career .221/.281/.316 slash line with 19 home runs, with his value centered on game-calling and handling pitching staffs.
- The move follows Seattle trading prospect Harry Ford to the Nationals and leaves the 40-man roster at 39 players, per the team announcement.