In four of his five big league seasons, Willson Contreras has been Jon Lester's personal catcher.
That streak appears to be ending entering 2021, as Lester has agreed to a one-year deal with the Nationals following six seasons on the North Side.
Contreras took over as Lester's personal catcher following David Ross' retirement post-2016. His athleticism and big arm behind the plate helped control opponents' run game with Lester, known to not throw many pickoff attempts, on the mound.
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After news of Lester's departure, Contreras posted a heartfelt farewell to the left-hander Tuesday on Twitter.
Cubs fans will miss seeing the battery working together at the Friendly Confines next season.
