The Pittsburgh Pirates announced today that Chris Stewart will be reinstated from his rehab assignment, with Tony Sanchez optioned to Triple-A as the corresponding move.
We have recalled C Chris Stewart from his rehab assign & reinstated him from the 15-day DL. Tony Sanchez has been optioned to @indyindians
— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) April 17, 2015
The move comes despite some speculation that the Pirates may break camp with three catchers. Sanchez had done very well to improve his standing in the eyes of Clint Hurdle and others during spring training, and hit the season running, slashing .