Herrera will compete with Tucker Barnhart for the backup catcher job during spring training, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Arizona signed Barnhart last week and extended an invitation to big league camp. What had looked like Herrera opening a third consecutive season as the top backup now becomes competition this coming spring. Neither player has done much with a bat in hand, so it may come down to which one offers better defense and game-calling. The 32-year-old Barnhart has the edge in experience.
Jose Herrera Optioned to Reno
Arizona optioned Herrera to Triple-A Reno on Thursday.
Analysis: Gabriel Moreno was activated from the paternity list Thursday and Seby Zavala will stay on as his backup. Herrera, 26, has slashed just .208/.296/.257 in 120 major-league plate appearances this season.
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