Five days ago September call-ups arrived and the Yankees and every other team brought up extra player from the minors. The Yankees are carrying 31 players on the active roster (15 position players, 16 pitchers) and it’ll be 32 players once Didi Gregorius returns from the disabled list, which could be as soon as Friday. No more worrying about running out of relievers or playing guys out of position.
Once Gregorius returns the Yankees will have seven players on their bench, and, on any given night, these will be the seven players and their roles:
- Backup Catcher: Austin Romine
- Third Catcher: Kyle Higashioka
- Utility Infielder: Ronald Torreyes
- Defensive Specialist: Adeiny Hechavarria
- Designated Speedster: Tyler Wade
- Pinch-Hitter, Maybe?