Cristopher Sánchez showcased impressive velocity and control during his Grapefruit League outing against the Pittsburgh Pirates, clocking in at 98.4 mph. He allowed just one run and two hits over three innings, averaging 97 mph on his sinker. Sánchez's changeup was noted as particularly effective, while manager Rob Thomson praised the development of his new slider. Despite the Phillies' loss to the Pirates, Sánchez’s performance strengthens his outlook for the 2025 season with a solid 2.35 ERA and 12 strikeouts in spring training.