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Miami – Gary Sanchez wasted no time returning to the MLB after getting claimed off of waivers from the Mets.
“It’s been a challenging journey, especially with the recent team changes,” acknowledged Sanchez, using an interpreter. “However, I’m currently focused on my future with the Padres and leaving the past behind.”
Sanchez, twice an All-Star, managed three strikeouts and an RBI for the Mets, albeit seeming inconsistent behind the plate at times. His Padres tenure commenced on May 30, 2023.
Padres’ skipper Bob Melvin commented, “There are times in a season when you aim for small, yet significant improvements. Despite Sanchez’s recent team transitions, he has proven his worth in the past.”
With the Padres experiencing inadequate offensive outpu