Career Timeline of Ali Sánchez: Major Achievements and Milestones

Updated: August 9, 2025

How Ali Sánchez built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Ali Sánchez is a Venezuelan professional baseball catcher currently playing for the Boston Red Sox in Major League Baseball (MLB). Before joining the Red Sox, Sánchez played for several other MLB teams, including the New York Mets, St. Louis Cardinals, Miami Marlins, and Toronto Blue Jays. His career has been defined by his role as a catcher across multiple teams within the league.

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July 2, 2013: Sánchez Signs with the New York Mets

On July 2, 2013, Ali Sánchez officially signed with the New York Mets as an international free agent, marking the beginning of his professional baseball career.

August 10, 2020: MLB Debut for the Mets

On August 10, 2020, Ali Sánchez made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut while playing for the New York Mets.

February 10, 2021: Designated for Assignment by the Mets

On February 10, 2021, Ali Sánchez was designated for assignment by the New York Mets after the team traded for minor league outfielder Khalil Lee.

February 12, 2021: Traded to the St. Louis Cardinals

On February 12, 2021, Ali Sánchez was traded by the New York Mets to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for cash considerations.

April 27, 2021: Recalled from alternate training site

On April 27, 2021, Ali Sánchez was recalled from the St. Louis Cardinals' alternate training site.

June 15, 2022: Designated for Assignment by the Cardinals

On June 15, 2022, Ali Sánchez was designated for assignment by the St. Louis Cardinals.

June 18, 2022: Claimed by the Detroit Tigers

On June 18, 2022, Ali Sánchez was claimed off of waivers by the Detroit Tigers from St. Louis and was optioned to the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens.

October 18, 2022: Claimed by Pittsburgh Pirates

On October 18, 2022, Ali Sánchez was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

December 2, 2022: Claimed by Arizona Diamondbacks

On December 2, 2022, Ali Sánchez was claimed off waivers by the Arizona Diamondbacks.

January 5, 2023: Sent to Triple-A Reno Aces

On January 5, 2023, Ali Sánchez was sent outright to the Triple-A Reno Aces.

December 1, 2023: Signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates

On December 1, 2023, Ali Sánchez signed a one-year, major league contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

March 28, 2024: Designated for Assignment by the Pirates

On March 28, 2024, Ali Sánchez was designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates following multiple roster moves.

April 5, 2024: Signed with the Chicago Cubs

On April 5, 2024, Ali Sánchez signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs.

June 19, 2024: Traded to the Miami Marlins

On June 19, 2024, Ali Sánchez was traded to the Miami Marlins in exchange for cash considerations.

December 16, 2024: Signed with the Toronto Blue Jays

On December 16, 2024, Ali Sánchez signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.

May 25, 2025: Added to the Blue Jays Active Roster

On May 25, 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays selected Ali Sánchez's contract, adding him to their active roster.

August 8, 2025: Claimed by the Boston Red Sox

On August 8, 2025, Ali Sánchez was claimed off waivers by the Boston Red Sox.

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