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Yankees Sign Paul DeJong to Minor-League Deal With Spring Invite

The former All-Star provides shortstop coverage during Anthony Volpe’s rehab with $1 million only if he makes the roster.

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WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 30: Paul DeJong #14 of the Washington Nationals throws the ball to first base against the Tampa Bay Rays at Nationals Park on August 30, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 11: Paul DeJong #14 of the Washington Nationals throws the ball to second base against the Miami Marlins during the third inning of the game at loanDepot park on April 11, 2025 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The 32-year-old infielder agreed to a non-roster contract first reported by the New York Post and later confirmed by ESPN and MLB Trade Rumors.
  • DeJong played 57 games for the Nationals in 2025, logging time at shortstop, third, second and first while hitting .228 with six home runs and a .642 OPS.
  • He will compete in camp for a bench or utility role against options such as Amed Rosario, Jose Caballero and Oswaldo Cabrera.
  • If he does not make the club out of spring training, starting at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre remains a possibility as depth insurance.
  • Recent history includes a 24-homer season in 2024 and a fractured nose in 2025 that sidelined him about ten weeks before he returned with diminished results.