Yankees Sign 6-Foot-6 Slugging First Baseman: Report
Summary
The New York Yankees signed Ernesto Martinez Jr. to a minor league deal. Martinez is a 26-year-old player who has spent the last eight years in the minor leagues with the Milwaukee Brewers. He is known for his power hitting and has been improving his performance.Key Facts
- The Yankees signed Ernesto Martinez Jr. to a minor league contract.
- Martinez has been in the minor leagues for eight years, mostly with the Milwaukee Brewers.
- He plays first base and can also play in the outfield.
- In recent spring training, he had an .850 OPS, which measures a player's ability to get on base and hit for power.
- Martinez hit 31 home runs in the minor leagues since the beginning of 2023.
- He has had a batting average over .270 for the last five seasons.
- The Yankees could use him in a utility role, playing different positions as needed.
- His contract includes two opportunities to opt-out in June and July.
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