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Mets Option Young Catcher Alvarez to Triple-A Amid Struggles

6/22/2025

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In a surprising move, the Mets have sent catcher Francisco Alvarez, just 23, to Triple-A following a dip in both his batting and fielding skills during a tough losing streak. In his place, Hayden Senger steps up to support Luis Torrens. The team holds onto hope that Alvarez will bounce back and reclaim his spot behind the plate.

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In a surprising move, the Mets have sent catcher Francisco Alvarez, just 23, to Triple-A following a dip in both his batting and fielding skills during a tough losing streak. In his place, Hayden Senger steps up to support Luis Torrens. The team holds onto hope that Alvarez will bounce back and reclaim his spot behind the plate.