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Yankees Release Allan Winans to Pursue Japan Opportunity

New York opened a 40-man roster spot by granting the 30-year-old permission to seek a contract in Nippon Professional Baseball.

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 26: Allan Winans #27 of the New York Yankees pitches during the game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Yankee Stadium on July 26, 2025 in New York, New York. (Photo by New York Yankees/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Winans was officially released via release waivers, with reporting indicating the move was made to facilitate a deal in Japan.
  • The Yankees’ 40-man roster fell to 36 players following the transaction.
  • Francys Romero reported that Winans is finalizing an agreement with NPB’s Seibu Lions, though no team has been announced by the parties involved.
  • He has a 7.48 ERA over 49 1/3 MLB innings with Atlanta and New York, contrasted by a 2.79 ERA across 355 1/3 Triple-A innings, and he is out of minor-league options.
  • Coverage notes Japanese clubs typically pay a modest release fee and that Winans would likely earn more in NPB than on a split MLB/Triple-A contract.