Not to mention Grandal is 1 1/2 years older, with age a significant factor for catchers versus other positions. My problems with the signing remain: The Sox had much more pressing needs than upgrading the catcher position, needs that remain (RF and SP). It was unlikely any out-performance by Grandal (assuming it occurs) over McCann was worth more than double the contract money the Sox are paying Grandal ($18.25M / year) over McCann's reported deal. McCann's work with t