C - Milwaukee Brewers
- Age 33
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
Availability
Gary Sanchez went 2-for-4 in a win over the White Sox with a home run, one run scored, and two RBI.
Fantasy Impact
Sanchez begins the season with a path to increased playing time with Andrew Vaughn (hand) sidelined, offering the veteran a clearer path to more starts against left-handed pitchers. The veteran struggled in his lone season as a reserve option for the Baltimore Orioles in 2025, batting .231 with five home runs and 24 RBI in just 30 games.
Gary Sanchez and the Milwaukee Brewers agreed to a one-year, $1.75 million contract on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Sanchez, a two-time All-Star, will return to Milwaukee after playing with the club in 2024, when he slashed .220/.307/.392 across 89 games. In 2025, he was limited to 29 games with the Orioles, posting a .231/.297/.418 line. He will provide depth behind the plate and could see occasional opportunities as a designated hitter.
Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino said Gary Sanchez will not play again this season.
Fantasy Impact
Sanchez had been working his way back from a right knee sprain. He appeared in 29 games this season for Baltimore.
Gary Sanchez began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday, going 2-for-3 with a home run.
Fantasy Impact
In his first game since his July 5 right knee sprain, Sanchez has gotten off to a hot start on his rehab assignment. He is expected to continue playing rehab games for about two weeks before being activated.
Gary Sanchez participated in full baseball activities on Friday and will begin a minor league rehab assignment next week.
Fantasy Impact
Sanchez, who was placed on the injured list on July 6 with a right knee sprain, is now participating in full baseball activities. He will likely continue to do so for the rest of the weekend before beginning a rehab assignment. He is expected to be activated in mid-September.
