Saturday BP: Giants release Yolmer Sánchez

Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Hello and happy Saturday.

On Friday, the San Francisco Giants released middle infielder Yolmer Sánchez, at Sánchez’s request.

The Giants released Yolmer Sanchez from alternate site. He had requested his release to pursue other opportunities. It had become clear he wasn't in big league plans here.

— Alex Pavlovic (@PavlovicNBCS) August 21, 2020 Sánchez was signed to a Minor League contract in the offseason, and it was a slightly surprising move. The reigning Gold Glove winner said he chose to sign with the Giants due the potential to start, something he was prioritizing.

With the Giants already having Wilmer Flores, Mauricio Dubón, and Donovan Solano, it seemed…