Overview

• Diego Castillo, a 26-year-old infielder/outfielder, has been claimed off waivers by the Yankees after being designated for assignment by the Mets.
• To make room for Castillo on the 40-man roster, the Yankees have designated infielder Jeter Downs for assignment.
• Castillo had previously been claimed off waivers from the Diamondbacks and has also played for the Pirates.
• Castillo will compete for a roster spot in spring training with other players including Oswaldo Castillo, Oswald Peraza and Kevin Smith.
• Jeter Downs, who was claimed by the Yankees from the Nationals, could see his time with the Yankees end before it started.