Overview
- Cashman confirmed Rowland’s contract was not renewed and said he chose to seek a different lead voice in the role.
- Multiple reports tied the move to recent big-money international signings that have not become impact major leaguers, including Jasson Domínguez’s uneven early results and the release of Alexander Vargas.
- Other top-bonus prospects such as Roderick Arias, Brando Mayea and Hans Montero have yet to progress as hoped, reinforcing skepticism about recent evaluations.
- Rowland’s tenure also produced lower-cost wins such as two-time All-Star Luis Severino, underscoring mixed outcomes across the pipeline.
- The Yankees have begun searching for a replacement, and Cashman said re-signing free agent Cody Bellinger is a top offseason priority after extending him a qualifying offer.