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Yankees Score Sneaky Win as Former No. 1 Prospect Stays in New York

Yankees Score Sneaky Win as Former No. 1 Prospect Stays in New York

Summary

The New York Yankees have successfully kept outfielder Marco Luciano in their system after he cleared waivers. Once a top prospect, Luciano will join the Yankees' Triple-A team and hopes to prove himself in spring training.

Key Facts

  • The Yankees need more right-handed hitters for their outfield lineup.
  • Cody Bellinger and Aaron Judge are key outfield players for the Yankees.
  • Marco Luciano, once a top prospect for the San Francisco Giants, has been retained by the Yankees.
  • Luciano cleared waivers and was moved to the Yankees' Triple-A team in Scranton.
  • At 24, Luciano hopes to make a mark in spring training with the Yankees.
  • Luciano has played 41 major league games with a batting average of .217.
  • The San Francisco Giants used all of Luciano's options, leading to his designation for assignment.
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