The Boston Red Sox have bolstered their catching depth by claiming Ali Sanchez off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays, as both teams confirmed. This strategic move comes as the Red Sox seek to close the gap between themselves and the Blue Jays, who currently lead the AL East by four games.
Sanchez, a 28-year-old catcher, has had limited appearances in the majors this season, playing only eight games for the Blue Jays while filling in for injured catchers Alejandro Kirk and Tyler Heineman. During his time in the big leagues, he posted a .238 batting average, along with a .238 on-base percentage and a .333 slugging percentage. His recent designation for assignment followed the return of his teammates to the lineup.
In addition to his major league experience, Sanchez has demonstrated his skills at the Triple-A level with the Buffalo Bisons, where he played 54 games this year, achieving a batting average of .279 and contributing six home runs and 28 RBIs.
This acquisition could provide the Red Sox with valuable depth behind the plate as they look to enhance their roster for a competitive playoff push. With Sanchez’s recent performance in Triple-A showing promise, the Red Sox are hopeful that he can contribute positively to their campaign moving forward.