Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez has fractured pinkie
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The Boston Red Sox made a trade with the New York Mets, acquiring catcher Ali Sanchez in exchange for cash considerations. On Monday, when rosters expanded to 28, Sanchez was called up by the Red Sox along with right-handed pitcher Zack Kelly. Infielder Marcelo Mayer was transferred to the 60-day injured list.
The Red Sox re-acquired the catcher in a minor league trade with the Mets on Sunday night. Boston sent cash to New York in the deal.
Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez appeared set for a quick return from the injured list on Wednesday. And then, the unthinkable happened: He was pulled from a game with another hand injury.
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Sporting News on MSNNew York Mets star catcher set for Wednesday rehab assignment
Mets catcher Francisco Álvarez will begin a rehab assignment Wednesday night, marking a key step in his return to New York’s lineup after injury.