Oct 10
C Mike Redmond's $950,000 club option for the 2009 season was picked up by the Minnesota Twins. Redmond has been a reliable backup to starting catcher Joe Mauer.
Oct 9
The Sports Network reports the Minnesota Twins exercised C Mike Redmond's option for 2009.
Oct 9
The Twins will keep Redmond for another season, paying him $950,000.
Advice: The 37-year-old backup catcher hit .287 in 38 games this season, with 12 RBIs. He has a .292 career average. A leader in the clubhouse, Redmond played fewer games this season. He played in 82 games in 2007, 47 in 2006 and 45 in his first year with the team in 2005. Starter Joe Mauer stayed healthy this season and logged more time behind the plate.