He also writes horror and science fiction, has eleven books to his credit, and has had more than 200 short stories published. Amaya needs a little more proofing but is penciled in as the full-time starter for 2027. He’ll start more as the season goes on and he is healthy and having success. Owen Ayers is a year or two out of this conversation, and break-glass catcher Christian Bethancourt probably isn’t going to last another season. The path is clear for Amaya to assume the role and mentor Ayers when that player arrives to The Show.

Source: The Guardian January 22, 2026 19:07 UTC