Summary
The New York Yankees have signed Paul DeJong, a player with nine years of major league experience, to a minor-league contract. DeJong, a former All-Star, brings additional depth to the Yankees' shortstop position as Anthony Volpe recovers from surgery.
Key Facts
- The Yankees signed Paul DeJong to a minor-league deal.
- Paul DeJong is a nine-year veteran who was an All-Star in 2019.
- DeJong played for five teams since 2023, including the Nationals, Blue Jays, Giants, White Sox, and Royals.
- DeJong's batting average last season was .228.
- He has hit as many as 30 home runs in a past season.
- Anthony Volpe, the current Yankees shortstop, is recovering from shoulder surgery.
- Amed Rosario, another player on the team, has played only 15 games at shortstop in the last two seasons.
