Mets' Ali Sanchez: Returns to alternate site

The Mets optioned Sanchez to their alternate training site Sunday.Sanchez was removed from the active roster after he served as the Mets' 29th man in the club's doubleheader Saturday versus the Nationals. The 23-year-old backstop logged 10 plate appearances for New York in 2020 and is expected to open the 2021 campaign at Triple-A Syracuse.

Mets' Ali Sanchez: Called up as 29th man

Sanchez was recalled to serve as the 29th man during Saturday's doubleheader against the Nationals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Sanchez will be available as a third catcher for Saturday's twin bill as the Mets compete for a narrow chance at a spot in the playoffs. The 23-year-old appeared in five games earlier this season, going 1-for-9 with one walk and three strikeouts.