Hector Sanchez was removed from Friday's game against the Dodgers after taking a foul tip off his mask.

Sanchez looked to be noticeably woozy while sitting in the dugout the next half inning before Buster Posey replaced him behind the dish. He'll undoubtedly be run through the standard concussion protocol, so don't expect to see him back in the Giants lineup for at least the next few days.

Hector Sanchez has been declared fit for action after taking a foul tip off the mask Monday.

"He took a pretty good shot," said Giants manager Bruce Bochy. "I thought I was going to have to take him out then. He knew the situation and inning and (number of) outs. He got the OK to finish the game." While Sanchez has been cleared to play, he admitted to feeling "a lot of dizziness" Monday and is concerned about the number of foul tips he's taken off the mask. "I have to think about it," he said. "Almost all of my hits are in the head. It's something that's happened to me my whole career."

Hector Sanchez had three of the Giants' six hits and one of their two walks Saturday in the shutout loss to the Marlins.

Sanchez is 13-for-31 this month, but he didn't add to his exceptional total of 16 RBI in 63 at-bats in this one. He's getting more playing time with Brandon Belt hurt, but probably still not as much as his recent performance deserves.

Hector Sanchez hit a grand slam in the 11th inning -- his second home run of the game -- and the Giants outlasted the Rockies for a 12-10 win on Wednesday.

The teams combined for 22 runs and 29 hits, with Sanchez accounting for four of those runs on one swing. Getting the start for Buster Posey behind the plate, Sanchez also added a solo homer in the eighth inning. They were his first two home runs of the year, and his five RBI more than doubled his total heading into the game.

Hector Sanchez went 2-for-3 in Friday's 3-0 victory over the Athletics in Cactus League action.

The 24-year-old has always displayed significant offensive potential, but with Buster Posey entrenched behind the plate just hasn't been able to get enough playing time to be fantasy relevant. He could see additional at-bats this season serving as Brandon Belt's backup at first base.

Hector Sanchez could see some time at first base this season.

Sanchez started Wednesday's game at first base, and Giants manager Bruce Bochy liked what he saw. "It's a nice option to have if we want to get Hector in the game and Buster (Posey) is behind the plate," Bochy said. "He's earned another look over there, I'll say that." Brandon Belt is the primary first baseman, of course, but Sanchez could be a backup or emergency option. Sanchez should also see some time behind the plate on Posey's days off.

Hector Sanchez lost 20 pounds over the offseason.

Sanchez also said that his right shoulder, which gave him issues off and on last season, feels "amazing." The 24-year-old backstop is slated to back up Buster Posey again this season.

Hector Sanchez smashed a go-ahead, pinch-hit, three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning in Thursday's win over the Nationals.

Sanchez was given another life when a 2-2 pitch was called for a ball, and he sent Rafael Soriano's 3-2 offering into the upper deck in right field. It was the backstop's first longball of the season, as he's been limited to just 48 at-bats due to shoulder issues.

Giants activated C Hector Sanchez from the 15-day disabled list.

Sanchez wound up missing a full four weeks with a right shoulder strain. He'll return to his backup role behind Giants starting catcher and MVP candidate Buster Posey.

Hector Sanchez (shoulder) went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts Wednesday night at High-A San Jose.

It was his second live game since he landed on the disabled list July 9 with a strained right shoulder; his first was Monday in the Arizona Rookie League. Sanchez should be cleared for activation in less than a week. Guillermo Quiroz has been serving as Buster Posey's backup.

Hector Sanchez (shoulder) hopes to begin playing in extended spring training games in a few days.

Sanchez was placed on the DL Tuesday with a shoulder injury that has nagged him since spring training. He shouldn't be out long.

Giants placed C Hector Sanchez on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right shoulder.

Sanchez has dealt with shoulder issues dating back to spring training. It's not clear how long he'll be sidelined. Guillermo Quiroz will be Buster Posey's backup.

Giants recalled C Hector Sanchez from Triple-A Fresno.

Sanchez appeared in 11 games with the Giants earlier this season and was hitting .320/.370/.460 with one home run, four doubles and six RBI over 19 games at the Triple-A level. He'll provide Bruce Bochy with a third catcher, which could enable Buster Posey to get more days at first base as the season moves along.

Giants optioned C Hector Sanchez to Triple-A Fresno.

In a corresponding move, the Giants have called up Francisco Peguero to strengthen the bench. Sanchez hasn't seen much playing time in the early part of the season, so he's probably better off playing everyday in the minors. Guillermo Quiroz will now serve as Buster Posey's primary backup.

According to Giants' manager Bruce Bochy, Hector Sanchez looks ready for Opening Day.

Sanchez was able to catch six innings on Friday and also knocked one over the boards. As far as offensive potential goes, he's one of the strongest backup catchers in the league, though his value is limited to NL-only leagues as long as Buster Posey is healthy.

Hector Sanchez (shoulder) is expected to be ready for Opening Day.

Sanchez has dealt with a sore right shoulder off and on during camp, but his arm strength is back. He'll be Buster Posey's backup.

Hector Sanchez (shoulder) has resumed throwing and taking swings from the left side.

If he continues to progress, the backup catcher will likely catch an exhibition game in the next few days, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Bochy had previously expressed some concern regarding Sanchez's availability for Opening Day, so Saturday's news should be viewed as a positive development.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy stated his concern on Tuesday over Hector Sanchez's (shoulder) availability for Opening Day.

Sanchez has been dealing with a shoulder issue for the majority of spring training and isn't progressing quickly enough. Due to the fact that it's a recurring issue, the Giants will probably err on the side of caution and not rush the young catcher back into the swing of things. Look for Guillermo Quiroz to serve as the backup to Buster Posey for the first few weeks of the season if Sanchez is unable to get on track.

The Giants have shut down Hector Sanchez (shoulder) until Tuesday, after which he could receive extra swings in minor league games.

Sanchez has been plagued by the shoulder issue for nearly the entirety of spring camp, and hasn't shown any improvement in recent days. If he doesn't feel any better after the weekend off, he may require an MRI. Guillermo Quiroz could start the season as the backup catcher to Buster Posey if Sanchez isn't ready to go.

Hector Sanchez will require an MRI on his right shoulder if it doesn't improve after a couple days of rest.

Sanchez's shoulder has bothered him for most of camp and doesn't seem to be getting any better. If he's not ready by Opening Day, Guillermo Quiroz is an option to back up Buster Posey.