Nevertheless, Boston was thrilled to bring him in, hopeful he can find a resurgence at Fenway Park, where he could fit nicely on the left side of a platoon.

The Sox are hoping the rest did them some good as they enter the weekend having lost three in a row to sub .500 teams in the Orioles and Marlins.

While Sanchez is viewed as an excellent defender, he’s held back by lackluster offense at the dish.