Ryan Yarbrough has signed a major league contract with the New York Yankees, departing from a minor league deal with the Toronto Blue Jays. With significant experience in the AL East, particularly with the Tampa Bay Rays, Yarbrough had a strong showing in the latter part of the 2024 season, achieving a 2.01 ERA with the Blue Jays. Despite a lower strikeout rate and velocity in recent years, his ability to induce soft contact and command on the mound offers added depth for the Yankees amid injury concerns within their rotation.
The Yankees have signed free agent left-hander Ryan Yarbrough to a major league contract after he opted out of a minor league deal with the Blue Jays.
Yarbrough finished the 2024 season with a career-low 3.19 ERA in 98 2/3 innings, showcasing his ability to induce soft contact and maintain command.
Despite a modest strikeout rate, Yarbrough's effective pitching and experience as both a starter and reliever provide valuable depth for the Yankees' rotation.
Yarbrough's addition likely pushes fellow lefty Brent Headrick to Triple-A, reinforcing the Yankees' need for rotation depth amid injury concerns.
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