Brewers Sign Veteran Catcher Gary Sánchez to 1-Year Deal

Contract includes club option for 2027 season

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Milwaukee Brewers have finalized a $1.75 million, one-year contract with veteran catcher Gary Sánchez, the team announced on Saturday. The deal also includes a club option for the 2027 season.

Why it matters

Sánchez, a 33-year-old catcher, brings valuable experience and offensive production to the Brewers' roster as they look to compete in the NL Central division. The club option for 2027 gives the team flexibility to retain Sánchez long-term if he performs well.

The details

The Brewers and Sánchez agreed to the framework of the deal on Wednesday before finalizing the contract on Saturday. Sánchez, a two-time All-Star, will provide the Brewers with a proven veteran presence behind the plate as they aim to return to the playoffs.

  • The Brewers and Sánchez agreed to the deal's framework on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
  • The contract was officially finalized on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Gary Sánchez

A 33-year-old veteran catcher who has been selected to the MLB All-Star team twice in his career.

Milwaukee Brewers

A professional baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that competes in the National League Central division of Major League Baseball.

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The takeaway

The Brewers' addition of Gary Sánchez on a one-year deal with a club option provides the team with an experienced and productive catcher as they look to return to the playoffs in the 2026 season.