Summary
The New York Yankees have claimed outfielder Marco Luciano off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles. Luciano, a former top prospect, will try to secure a spot on the Yankees' roster during spring training. However, if he doesn't make the team, he could be placed on waivers again.
Key Facts
- The Yankees claimed Marco Luciano, an outfielder, from the Orioles.
- Luciano was waived by the Orioles to make room for pitcher José Suarez.
- The Yankees had 39 players on their 40-man roster before adding Luciano and free agent Cody Bellinger.
- Luciano was once the top prospect in the San Francisco Giants system.
- In 41 major league games so far, Luciano has a .590 OPS and no home runs.
- Luciano played for Triple-A Sacramento last season, where he hit 23 home runs in 125 games.
- Luciano has no minor-league options left, meaning he must make the Yankees' major league roster or be exposed to waivers again.
