The last thing anybody expected to hear on Wednesday night was that “Country Breakfast” signed with the New York Yankees.
Well, it happened as sources confirmed that Billy Butler has agreed to sign with New York. In all likelihood, he will take over the designated hitter duties against southpaws.
On one hand, the odds a rebuilding team adds a 10-year veteran is slim to none. Especially when that guy will be ineligible for postseason play. However, he can help get them there.
The signing takes place at a time where the Yankees are set to take on three lefties at Fenway Park during a crucial series against the first-place Red Sox.