Also, he may need to convince Cashman and Boone that he’s more mature by laying low this spring instead of becoming a distraction by not keeping his hair short, bickering with the media and finding his way into another controversy. Ford could be the favorite because he’d give the Yankees a left-handed power option to play first base. Austin Romine’s departure finally has cleared the way for Kyle Higashioka to be more than a Triple-A insurance policy who gets a call up when starting catcher Gary Sanchez makes his two or three annual trips to the injured list. Gil, 21, ranked as the team’s fifth-best prospect according to MLB Pipeline.

(@YankeesPR) February 2, 2018. Buy Yankees gear: Fanatics.com, Dick's Sporting Goods, Champs Sports, MLB.com, Lids. While Sheffield, sitting as the Yanks’ 4th ranked prospect, and 80th overall, turned in a 7-7 record with a 3.18 era at Double A Trenton in 2017. Happ, which seemed to be a formality the second that Gerrit Cole signed his $324-million deal in December. Please support local journalism. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. With the 20 non-roster invitees, the Yankees expected total number for spring training this year sits at 60. The High-A Tampa squad adds two impressive right-handed pitchers in Luis Gil and Luis Medina. The total number of players expected in camp is 60. pic.twitter.com/ePH507q0Wf, — Yankees PR Dept. There we no surprises in this round of cuts; they lined up consistently with our Making the Team Meter. The next week could bring some interesting shakeups though, as the roster picture starts to get a little clearer. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site.

The lefty did well in the No. 5 spot as a rookie in 2017 and early in ’18 before undergoing Tommy John surgery, which limited him to just two September appearances and four innings last season. Nunez, a former Yankees and Red Sox infielder, was in contention for a spot on the major league roster when spring training was shuttered in March. These stats are for the players to appear in spring training games. The total number of players expected in camp is 60. His speed and infield defense always have been strengths, and now he’s shown he can play the outfield well, too. It’s starting to feel real now! Chace Numata The three biggest names on the non-roster invitee list Yankees fans will be eager to keep an eye on are undoubtedly Chance Adams, Justus Sheffield and Estevan Florial. He struck out five batters, but also walked three and allowed a run. It’s less than two weeks until Yankees pitchers and catchers begin spring training in Tampa on Feb. 12, then a few days later manager Aaron Boone’s club will go through its first full-squad workout on Feb. 17. A look back at the rich Yankees history, including games, championships, players, and more.

RHPs Jordan Montgomery, touted prospect Deivi Garcia and maybe Jonathan Loaisiga will be competing this spring for a rotation spot if a starter gets hurt or the Yankees trade J.A. The Yankees have invited 20 players to spring training as non-roster invitees. © 2020 Advance Local Media LLC. Danny Espinosa

Jorge Saez pic.twitter.com/4gxEUmJGuQ, INFs On this date in Yankees history: He did it! Cody Carroll With Florial making monumental strides a year ago, the 20-year-old center fielder appears to have a legitimate chance to impact the club at the major league level within the next couple seasons. Dillon Tate Yankees Roster Moves; Yankees Spring Training; Yankees announce first wave of spring roster cuts . Bronx Pinstripes, LLC. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Francisco Diaz Raynel Espinal Five of eight relief jobs will go to Aroldis Chapman, Zack Britton, Adam Ottavino, Tommy Kahnle and Chad Green, and a sixth probably will go to Luis Cessa, who fared pretty well as a middle reliever last year. However, the Yankees top two pitching prospects will be the most intriguing to watch this spring, as Sheffield and Adams both have a legitimate chance to reach the big leagues in 2018. The club released its roster for the spring training reboot on Sunday.

Yankees win 2020 Wild Card Series, punch ticket to ALDS, How Masahiro Tanaka can attack Cleveland’s lineup, Yankees 12, Indians 3: All cylinders firing in Game One win, The Yankees need to be ready to adjust in Game Two, Yankees Highlights: Bombers blast Shane Bieber, take Game One from Indians. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your California Privacy Rights (each updated 1/1/20). So maybe Cashman plays this out hoping Happ has a good spring and a club desperate for a rotation upgrade for its Opening Day roster will agree to pay all or most of his contract. Garcia could pitch his way into making the Yanks think about keeping him, as well, because the organization loves the 20-year-old’s arm and stuff, but he’s likely to start 2020 in Triple-A. Frazier could win the job if his outfield defense is much better this spring than it was a year ago. New, 12 comments. Yankees announce first wave of spring roster cuts, Yankees Highlights: Bombers stun Cleveland, advance to ALDS. Today the Yankees announced the non-roster invitees who will be attending spring training in a couple weeks. As we turn the page toward next season, the next wave of highly touted Yankees prospects will get their chance to shine in spring. Randy Miller may be reached at rmiller@njadvancemedia.com. One more thing working in Wade’s favor is he’s one of just a few Yankees who bat left-handed (along with Brett Gardner, Mike Tauchman and Ford). Adams, the Yankees No. One more thing that could factor into this decision is how Andujar does this spring when he tries to learn how to play outfield. This wave of roster moves follows a slow drip of reassignments over the last week. With the Yankees making it clear they would like to add depth to their starting rotation heading into next season, their top two pitching prospects may get that opportunity if no free agents are brought into the fold. These 5 non-roster invitees could make an impact for the 2020 Yankees New, 15 comments Spring training will provide an opportunity for several players to … All rights reserved (About Us). If Happ is moved, Montgomery would have the best bet to fill the rotation opening. 2018 marks another exciting spring for the Yanks, as their youth movement arrived ahead of schedule in 2017, propelling them to just one win away from reaching the World Series. Estevan Florial and Luis …