Since 2017, the Yankees have signed numerous highly-rated international prospects, and used top draft picks to boost the middle infield depth in their farm system. International signees, rospects such as Alexander Vargas and Roberto Chirinos, as well as high draft picks, like Anthony Volpe and Josh Smith, are among those who have been brought into the system with much hype and anticipation.
While these high-profile acquisitions are making their presence felt across the system, Ezequiel Duran has flown under the radar, but the young second baseman is making a big impact for the Staten Island Yankees this season.