AP: Only a couple of days after designating him for assignment to open up a spot for reliever Darren O’Day, the Yankees decided to release right-hander Ben Heller. He was never able to establish himself as a dependable contributor from the ‘pen despite pitching in four different seasons with the organization, but there is talent in his arm and he should find another opportunity relatively soon. In fact, he owns a career 2.59 ERA in 31 relief appearances, albeit with a 5.57 FIP. In 2020, he pitched in six games, with a 3.00 ERA and a 1.