Kyle Higashioka has earned the catching job for now. The 31-year-old has been performing very well both defensively and offensively as Sanchez’s backup. Unfortunately for Sanchez, his 2020 struggles have carried into 2021. As a result, Boone announced on Tuesday that Higashioka will receive more playing time. Higashioka has surprisingly been one of the Yankees best hitters this season when he plays.
Comparing Sanchez to Higashioaka
Sanchez has looked lost at the plate all season. In 17 games, he is slashing .147/.253/.365 with an 86 wRC+. Sanchez opened the season with two home runs in back-to-back games and has only registered 7 singles in the 15 games since then.