Yahoo! Sports | Ryan Morik: The Yankees could never have dreamed of the contributions they would receive from previously unsung Triple-A outfielder Greg Allen. Heading into last night’s contest, the switch-hitter was 4-for-8 with a double, triple, two stolen bases, and five runs scored. He has provided a multidimensionality to an offense that has looked stagnant for long stretches this season.
Allen’s performances haven’t escaped the manager’s notice, with Boone praising his obvious speed, but also calling him “an absolute pro in the room” for whom “the quality of the at-bat has been really strong.