If you have been following the New York Yankees in the last few years, you probably know that Gary Sanchez is, without a doubt, one of the most heavily criticized players currently on the roster. The 2020 season, of course, did nothing to remedy the situation, as he slumped all the way to a .147/.253/.365 line with a lousy, career-worst 69 wRC+ (100 representing an “average” hitter.)
Being on the receiving end of so much criticism can be damaging to a player’s ego and emotional wellbeing. It’s not always easy to endure, especially considering that Sanchez has given so much to the Yankees ever since he has been a regular, since 2016.