Summary
The New York Yankees signed Nick Torres, an outfielder who had an MVP season in the Mexican League with the Algodoneros Unión Laguna. Torres was initially drafted by the San Diego Padres and has been playing in Mexico since 2019. The Yankees might use him if they do not secure Cody Bellinger for their team.
Key Facts
- The Yankees signed Nick Torres from the Mexican League.
- Torres played for the Algodoneros Unión Laguna team.
- He was originally drafted by the San Diego Padres in 2014.
- Torres never made it to the Major Leagues with the Padres.
- He moved to play in independent and international leagues by 2018.
- Over five seasons in Mexico, he has a .343 batting average with 82 home runs.
- Last season, Torres hit 27 home runs and had 79 RBIs, earning the MVP award.
