The Boston Red Sox managed to find more depth at the catcher position on Friday in preparation for a possible playoff push. With concerns surrounding Carlos Narvaez's injury history, the organization decided to find some insurance at catcher.

Reports indicate that the Red Sox have acquired former Toronto Blue Jays catcher Ali Sanchez off waivers , according to Tim Healey of the Boston Globe. Healey suggests that Sanchez is likely the immediate replacement in case Narvaez does sustain another injury.

“The Red Sox claimed Ali Sanchez off waivers from the Blue Jays. So there is some more catching depth — he's probably the next man up if necessary — which is particularly relevant if Carlos Narvaez's repeated knee issue lingers.”

Sanchez, who is 28 years old, has been a backup for Toro

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