Overview

• The Yankees signed Andrew Velazquez to a minor-league contract and placed him in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre without adding him to their 40-man roster
• This marks Velazquez’s fourth stint with the organization and his assignment provides infield and outfield versatility
• He returns just 11 days after his August 3 release, highlighting New York’s reliance on familiar defensive options
• Reporters say the move protects against potential IL stints for players like Paul Goldschmidt and clears the way for prospects such as Jorbit Vivas or Braden Shewmake
• In 87 Triple-A games this season, Velazquez slashed .244/.315/.342 with four home runs, 32 RBIs and 23 stolen bases