The New York Yankees are bringing back a familiar face to the squad in hopes of improving their infield depth for the 2025 season.
According to Jack Curry of YES Network, the Yankees are signing infielder Andrew Velazquez to a minor league deal. The contract reportedly includes an invite to spring training.
Velazquez, 30, is a native of The Bronx, and he had a brief but fun stint wearing the pinstripes during the 2021 season.
Though he only appeared in 28 games that season, it was by far the best of his career. He hit .224 with six extra-base hits, six RBI and a 61 OPS+. He mostly played shortstop for the Yankees, but he has experience playing all over the diamond.
The Yankees need infield depth after Gleyber Torres signed a one-year deal with the Detroit Tigers. The Yankees also traded away his potential replacement in prospect Caleb Durbin as a part of the Devin Williams trade.
This move doesn’t solve the Yankees’ issues at second base, nor does it keep them from adding a bigger name to the mix.
But as it currently stands, Velazquez could be competing with DJ LeMahieu, Oswald Peraza and Oswaldo Cabrera for the second base gig.
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The New York Yankees have brought back a familiar face to help shore up their infield depth. The team announced today that they have signed former fan favorite, Eduardo Nunez, to a minor league contract.
Nunez, who spent three seasons with the Yankees from 2010 to 2013, was a key utility player during his time in New York. Known for his speed on the basepaths and clutch hitting, Nunez became a fan favorite for his hustle and versatility.
With injuries plaguing the Yankees’ infield this season, the addition of Nunez provides much-needed depth and experience. The 34-year-old infielder has played for several teams since leaving the Yankees, including the Boston Red Sox and the Oakland Athletics.
Fans are excited to see Nunez back in pinstripes and are hopeful that he can provide a spark for the team as they push for a playoff spot. With his familiarity with the organization and his proven track record, Nunez could be a valuable asset down the stretch.
Stay tuned for updates on Nunez’s progress with the Yankees and how he may impact the team’s lineup in the coming weeks. Let’s welcome back this former fan favorite and see what he can do to help the Yankees make a playoff push. #Yankees #EduardoNunez #InfieldDepth
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