Summary
The Boston Red Sox's catcher Ali Sanchez has declared free agency after a brief and unusual stint with the team. Sanchez was part of the team's roster switches and played just a few games with no hits. He will now seek a new contract after the season.
Key Facts
- The Red Sox mostly used two catchers, Carlos Narvaez and Connor Wong, during the season.
- Ali Sanchez joined the Red Sox twice in 2025 but only played in four games.
- In his time with the Red Sox, Sanchez had two at-bats and no hits.
- After being moved off the Red Sox's main roster, Sanchez chose free agency instead of returning to minor leagues.
- Sanchez briefly played for the New York Mets before returning to the Red Sox.
- During a game with the Toronto Blue Jays, Sanchez pitched and recorded a strikeout with an unusually slow 35-mph pitch.
- Sanchez remained with the Red Sox through their elimination in the wild card series but did not play in the postseason.
