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San Francisco de Macorís. – The Gigantes del Cibao announced the signing of veteran Dominican catcher Gary Sánchez, a move that immediately strengthens the team's experience and depth for the upcoming season of the Dominican Republic Professional Baseball League (LIDOM).
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Sánchez, a native of Santo Domingo and 32 years old, has 11 seasons of experience in Major League Baseball, where he has played catcher for the New York Yankees, Minnesota Twins, New York Mets, Milwaukee Brewers, San Diego Padres, and Baltimore Orioles.
In the most recent 2025 campaign, the catcher played 29 games with the Baltimore Orioles before leaving due to injury. During his time with the Yankees, he was recognized with two All-Star Game selections in 2017 and 2019, establishing himself as one of the most powerful catchers of his generation.
In the Dominican winter league, Gary was chosen by the Leones del Escogido in the first round of the 2011 rookie draft. Since then, he has participated in five campaigns, wearing the jerseys of both Escogido and Toros del Este.
Words from the President
The president of operations of the Gigantes del Cibao, Lic. Alfredo Acebal Rizek, expressed his satisfaction with the arrival of the star player. "Gary Sánchez is a catcher with a great track record and quality, he arrives in very good condition and we know that he will contribute his leadership and experience to our team. We give him the warmest welcome to the family of the Gigantes del Cibao." Said the chief operating executive With the signing of Sánchez, the Gigantes del Cibao reinforce their lineup with a power bat and a player with extensive experience in high-level scenarios, reaffirming their aspirations to conquer the championship in the coming season.
