The New York Yankees relied on several youth products in 2018. Players like Domingo German and Jonathan Loaisiga featured frequently, earning a 5.57 ERA in 21 games and 5.11 ERA in 9 games respectively. The two will likely be used less in 2019, as they undoubtedly forced the Yankees’ hand at least six losses.
There comes a time that every team has to lean on their youth talent to get them through games, especially down the stretch of the season when injuries begin to pile up.
The Yankees have another youth product emerging:
The year, 23-year-old Michael King showcased his abilities, jumping from Class-A Tampa to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.