Summary
The New York Yankees have signed Paul Blackburn, a 32-year-old pitcher, to a one-year contract worth $2 million. Blackburn previously played for the New York Mets and the Oakland Athletics and has a history of improving his pitching techniques with the Yankees.
Key Facts
- Paul Blackburn is a 32-year-old right-handed pitcher.
- The New York Yankees signed him for a one-year, $2 million contract.
- Blackburn was released by the New York Mets in August after struggling in his games.
- He played for the Yankees later in the season and improved his performance.
- In his time with the Yankees, he had a 5.28 ERA but showed improvements in his techniques.
- Blackburn's contract includes the chance for performance bonuses based on innings pitched.
- The Yankees are considering him as a potential starter due to current injuries in their pitching rotation.
