Summary
Scott Effross, a pitcher who was on the New York Yankees' roster, signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers. Effross had a challenging 2025 season with injuries and limited play, and now aims to join the Tigers' major league team in 2026. The Yankees acquired him from the Chicago Cubs in 2022 and later made him a free agent.
Key Facts
- Scott Effross is a pitcher who played for the New York Yankees in 2025.
- Effross signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers.
- In 2025, Effross faced injuries and played only 11 major league games with a high ERA of 8.44.
- Effross also appeared in 28 Triple-A games with a 6.37 ERA.
- Effross previously missed time due to Tommy John surgery and recovery.
- He was initially acquired by the Yankees from the Chicago Cubs in August 2022.
- Effross became a free agent after the Yankees chose not to offer him a new contract.
- The Detroit Tigers are giving him a chance to try out for their bullpen in 2026.
