Elite Sports NY · May 26, 2023
Gary Sanchez squeezing about $1.1 million from Mets for 3 games played
Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY SportsAnd just like that, the Gary Sanchez era with the Mets is (probably) over.
New York activated Tomas Nido from the injured list prior to Thursday’s series finale against the Chicago Cubs. That obviously meant someone currently on the roster had to get the axe. And since Francisco Alvarez isn’t going anywhere, Sanchez was designated for assignment.
New York technically has a week to trade, release, or send Sanchez back to Triple-A. He can refuse a minor-league assignment. And let’s be honest, he all but likely will. I also can’t imagine anyone actually trading for Sanchez when they can just pick him up off the scrap heap once the Mets release him.