The St. Louis Cardinals announced their acquisition of former Mets catcher Ali Sánchez in exchange for cash considerations this morning. The Cardinals will add Sánchez to their 40-man roster, which will presumably feature long-time catcher Yadier Molina at the top of the depth chart. Sánchez was one of three players the Mets designated for assignment yesterday to make room for new additions Jonathan Villar, Albert Almora, and Khalil Lee.
The Mets signed Sánchez as an international free agent in 2013 with high hopes for his talents after posting good numbers in the Dominican Summer League.