The Yankees made a small move for a big name over the weekend by signing outfielder/first baseman Jay Bruce to a minor league deal. Should Bruce make the Yankees main roster, he would earn $1.35 million guaranteed plus bonuses that start after reaching 400 plate appearances. Four years ago, Jay Bruce would have been a great name to see playing in the Bronx. In 2021, the move is mostly a low risk signing that has potential for high reward.
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Jay Bruce played the first eight seasons of his career with the Cincinnati Reds before bouncing around the league the last few years.