MLB | Bryan Hoch: As Jasson Domínguez’s playing time plummeted in the second half last season, the Yanks considered sending the former blue-chip prospect to Triple-A to get consistent playing time. Ultimately, they chose not to. But that doesn’t mean El Marciano is guaranteed a big-league spot in 2026. In fact, on Thursday, Jon Heyman announced that he’s ready to start 2026 in Triple-A, “barring anything unforeseen.”
Although an injury opening up a spot for Domínguez doesn’t make it seem that a wide scope, it’s still worth noting that reading between the lines of what general manager Brian Cashman and manager Aaron Boone say in the article, it feels like they’re trying to lower expectations for The Martian as Opening Day approaches.
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Associated Press | Ronald Blum: Chances are you’ve already seen this news, but in case you missed it, 2025 Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt is returning to New York on a one-year deal worth up to $5 million. Check André’s article shortly after the news broke, he was expected to be primarily a platoon bat against lefties, with Ben Rice seeing most of the time.
Athletics | Brendan Kuty ($): Spring training is approaching. And the Yankees roster is taking shape. Most of the roster appears set, but some position battles are expected to play out this spring. The Yankees bench could still use a right-handed outfielder. Oswaldo Cabrera will return from his season-ending injury last season, but Ozzie is a better hitter from the left side. In the bullpen, what’s the plan with Paul Blackburn? And will Jake Bird be able to return to form? We still have a few weeks left before spring training games begin, so there’s plenty of runway left for the Yankees to make a move before Opening Day.
MLB | Bryan Hoch: One spot not up for grabs is center field. That firmly belongs to Trent Grisham, who accepted the Yankees’ qualifying offer, keeping him in pinstripes to start the 2026 season. Grisham had an outstanding 2025 season, setting personal career highs in several offensive statistics. Now, after extending the QO and getting him accepted, the Yankees are hoping Grisham has an encore performance in him.
