The Mets are reportedly calling up catcher Gary Sánchez ahead of the weekend series against the Guardians, reports both Jon Heyman and Andy Martino. Sánchez signed nine days ago to a minor league contract that featured a May 19th opt-out if he had not yet been called up to the major leagues.
The Mets will likely option backup catcher Michael Pérez, who still has a minor league option, to make room for Sánchez. Pérez collected four hits in his season debut, but went hitless in his second appearance with the club in today’s game against the Rays.