The Mets feel like their 23-year-old catcher, who hit 25 home runs in 2023, can be better as a defender and as a hitter.

The New York Mets are expected to weigh a trade replacement after making a surprising move with their catcher.

The New York Mets have sent one of their top young players to Triple-A. Catcher Francisco Alvarez, who has struggled at the plate since returning from surgery to treat a broken hamate, has been optioned to the minors, the Mets announced Sunday. Fellow catcher Hayden Senger has been called up in a corresponding move.

WWE President Nick Khan is directly connected to a major sports event. The Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford boxing match is happening soon. WWE's parent company, TKO Group, is involved in promoting the fight.

Could legendary boxer Canelo Álvarez have a future in WWE? "We’re talking about it. Maybe," Álvarez told reporters. "Maybe you will see me in the WWE at some point.” Álvarez teased the possibility of a career change during the promotional tour for his upcoming fight against Terence Crawford,

Canelo Alvarez may be the latest in a long line of boxing superstars to trade the sweet science for pro wrestling. The likes of Mike Tyson, Floyd Mayweather Jr, Tyson Fury and the great Muhammad Ali have all tried their hands at sports entertainment over the years with varying degrees of success.