I'm not a huge JP fan. He has terrible at-bats, is an average game caller, and strikes out a ton. I'm also not a huge fan of his blocking abilities for balls in the dirt.
His clubhouse value is a little overrated too, IMO. To me he's a bottom tier starting catcher in the league.
I would trade his power for a higher OBP and contact rate anyday, which by all means is what D'Arnaud will bring.
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