Summary
The New York Yankees are looking for additional bullpen options after losing key players. Kervin Castro, a former Chicago Cubs reliever, is a potential candidate due to his strong performance in spring training. Castro, who last played in the major leagues in 2022, is competing for a spot on the team.
Key Facts
- The Yankees lost several bullpen players, including Devin Williams and Luke Weaver.
- Kervin Castro is being considered for the Yankees bullpen due to his recent strong performance.
- Castro posted a 1.53 ERA in Triple-A and a 0.96 ERA during spring training.
- He needs to compete against Jake Bird, Brent Headrick, and Cade Winquest for a bullpen spot.
- The Yankees aim to strengthen their bullpen as it could impact their playoff chances.
- Castro was in the Yankees' minor league system last year and caught manager Aaron Boone’s attention.