Doc... Thanks for the kind words again.
I'm not sure how many are watching the playoffs closely, but the Cubs are USING 3 catchers in these playoffs. Again, not only do the Cubs have 3 catchers on a playoff roster - which is extremely unusual these days, but the Cubs are using Montero, Ross and Contreras as a way to attack teams. All 3 of these catchers have had key hits in these playoffs, and all 3 have made plays from behind the plate as well. Yes, it is true that not many catchers can play LF as well as Contreras, but the Cubs are using their flexibility as best they can.
Normal M's fans may not be paying attention to this strategy, but I'm sure that Dipoto is.
Thus, the M's back up catching position has potential to be more than just the Sunday quarterback and occassional pinch hitter. Unfortunately, we all know that the M's do not have a solid 2nd catcher - I'll avoid the easy Zunino joke - and just say I highly doubt the 2nd C is currently on the M's 40 man roster. I do think Sweet Jesus will be back, but I'll be surprised if Sucre does not start in Tacoma.
Therefore, what are Dipoto's options for the back up C?
How about one that can platoon at a different position? Dipoto, Servais and many others have preached about the importance of position flexibility.
With many saying that the M's need a veteran back up for Vogelbach just in case... what about a trade for Maurer, or a free agent like Navarro or Napoli or a Wieters?
Lots of options... we will just have to wait to see what Dipoto has in mind.