Notes: Some injury notes: LHP Brock Selvidge has started a rehab assignment in the FCL. He pitched 2.2 innings on Monday, allowing 2 runs (0 earned) on 3 hits with a walk and 2 strikeouts. Last year, he made 16 starts for Somerset, going 7-6 with a 4.25 ERA over 84.2 innings with an 80/43 […]
Yankees MILB 5/18: Rafael Flores Homers Again
Notes: RHP JT Brubaker started his latest rehab stint in Hudson Valley today. Acquired for infield prospect Keiner Delgado in April 2024, Bruaker hasn’t been able to stay healthy. He tossed only 16.2 innings in the Yankees system last year. The difference between Brubaker and Scott Effross and Clayton Beeter is that Brubaker is out of options
Yankees MILB 5/17: Roc Riggio Homers Twice
Notes: The rumblings about Jesus Rodriguez are starting. I get it – the Yankees have an issue with offense at third base, and Rodriguez can further help balance the lineup. But is he a third baseman? The Yankees have tried various positions with him. A natural catcher, he also has experience at 1B/2B (limited)/3B/LF. MLB Pipeline’s wri
Yankees MILB 5/16: Jesus Rodriguez is Scorching
Notes: RHP Clayton Beeter‘s rehab is over. The Yankees have optioned him to Scranton. The Yankees traded LHP Rob Zastryzny to the Brewers for cash considerations. This is a massive win since I no longer need to type that name. The 33-year-old has pitched for several organizations, including MLB stops with the Cubs, Mets, Angels, and Pirates.
Yankees MILB 5/15: Carlos Lagrange Ks 9
Notes: Minor league news has gone cold. Injury Log Scranton (20-20) (Lost to Toledo, 20-7) 3B Jesus Rodriguez: 3-for-5, 2B (5), 2 R, K Since his promotion, Rodriguez is up to .372 with four 3-hit efforts in 24 games. He is on a 7-game hitting streak (11-for-26). DH-LF Dominic Smith: 2-for-4, 2B (6), HR (5), […]
Yankees MILB 5/14: Juan Matheus Goes 6-for-6
Notes: There is nothing new. Injury Log Scranton (20-19) (Defeated Toledo, 5-4) C Jesus Rodriguez: 2-for-4, 2B (4), R Since promotion: .358/.471/.469 in 102 PA (4 doubles, 1 triple, 1 HR, 14 RBI, 21 R, 17.6% BB, 11.8% K). His career triple slash sits at .309/.397/.467 in 1,300 plate appearances. He hits, hits, hits and is […]
Yankees MILB 5/13: Omar Martinez: 4 Hits, HR
Notes: The Yankees signed RHP Anthony DeSclafani to a minor league contract and assigned him to Scranton. The 35-year-old has 180 games (169 starts) of MLB experience from 2014 to 2023. He is 54-56 in those appearances with a 4.20 ERA (4.16 FIP). He has pitched for the Marlins, Reds, and Giants. In 2023, he posted a […]
Yankees MILB 5/11: A Day for Pitchers
Notes: A quiet weekend for notes. Injury Log Scranton (19-18) (Rolled past Rochester, 12-0) DH Jesus Rodriguez: 1-for-3, 3B (1), RBI, 3 R, 2 BB, K Since promotion: .356/.479/.466 in 94 PA (3 doubles, 1 triple, 1 HR, 11 RBI, 20 R, 5-for-5 SB, 18 BB, 11 K). 20 runs in 21 games. His teammates must […]
Yankees MILB 5/10: Everson Pereira is Scorching
Notes: I have nothing to offer you. Injury Log Scranton (18-18) (Split a doubleheader against Rochester) Game 1 (Won, 7-6, in 8 innings) DH Cooper Hummel: 1-for-4 The veteran was activated off the injured list today. PR-DH Andrew Velazquez: 0-for-0 CF Everson Pereira: 1-for-3, 2 R, BB 1B T.J. Rumfield: 1-for-3, R, HBP, K PR Ismael Munguia: 0-fo
Yankees MILB 5/9: George Lombard Jr.’s Multi-Hit Effort
Notes: OF Jace Avina was placed on the 7-day injured list for Hudson Valley. The 21-year-old, acquired in December 2023 from the Brewers along with OF Brian Sanchez for OF Jake Bauers, is hitting .308/.443/.418 (154 wRC+) with a 15.7% BB and 22.6% K. He is Rule 5 eligible this winter. It’s Mother’s Day weekend. Expect […]