Sports Grid · Jun 9, 2022
Twins and Gary Sanchez Agree to 1-Year Deal, Avoid Arbitration
The Minnesota Twins and their catcher were able to avoid arbitration and settle on a deal in the middle of both sides. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Gary Sanchez and the club reached common ground on a one-year, $9 million deal.
Gary Sánchez, Twins reach agreement on one-year, $9M contract to avoid arbitration, sources tell @TheAthletic.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) June 9, 2022
The former New York Yankee was asking for $9.5 million back in March, while Minnesota offered $8.5 million. The two sides split the difference and got the contract done today before having an arbitrator decide.