Yankees Sign Ryan Yarbrough to Bolster Injury-Depleted Pitching Staff
The veteran left-hander joins New York on a one-year, $2 million deal and will pitch in their final exhibition game as the team evaluates his role.
- Ryan Yarbrough signed a one-year contract with the Yankees worth $2 million, with an additional $250,000 in performance bonuses.
- The Yankees placed right-hander Luis Gil on the 60-day injured list to make room for Yarbrough on the 40-man roster.
- Yarbrough, known for his low-velocity and deceptive pitching style, opted out of his minor league deal with the Blue Jays after being informed he wouldn't make their Opening Day roster.
- The Yankees are exploring how to utilize Yarbrough, who has experience as both a starter and long reliever, following significant injuries to key pitchers like Gerrit Cole and Chase Hampton.
- Yarbrough is set to pitch in the Yankees' final exhibition game against the Miami Marlins on March 25 as the team assesses his fit in their rotation or bullpen.