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Yankees' Reported Veteran Pickup Bad News for Jasson Domínguez

Yankees' Reported Veteran Pickup Bad News for Jasson Domínguez

Summary

The New York Yankees have signed veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk to a minor-league deal, which may impact Jasson Domínguez's chances of starting the season on the main team. It looks likely that Domínguez will begin the season with the Yankees' Triple-A team.

Key Facts

  • The Yankees signed Randal Grichuk to a minor-league contract with an invitation to the spring training camp.
  • Jasson Domínguez was previously the Yankees' top prospect and played in his rookie season last year.
  • Domínguez lost playing time last season, as the Yankees re-signed starters Trent Grisham and Cody Bellinger.
  • Grichuk is considered a specialist against left-handed pitchers.
  • There is speculation that Domínguez might start the season with the Triple-A team.
  • Grichuk will compete for a team spot with players like Amed Rosario and Oswaldo Cabrera.
  • The Yankees want to maintain Bellinger and Aaron Judge as everyday outfielders.

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