After eight injury-riddled seasons in the Bronx, the New York Yankees decided it was time to part ways with Aaron Hicks, designating him for assignment on Saturday.
Hicks’ Major League journey started in 2008 when the Minnesota Twins took him in the first round with the 14th overall pick. He quickly rose through the minor leagues and made the opening-day roster 2013 as the Twins starting center fielder.
The California native struggled in his rookie season, hitting just .192 with eight home runs and 27 RBIs before being sent down to Triple-A for the remainder of the season.