It can be extremely difficult for players coming up through the Yankees’ organization to grab spots on their roster due to how much talent they import annually. Brian Cashman tries to bring in proven veterans when he can to supplement positions, viewing prospects as more of a contingency plan if those players are struggling.
This year, there are multiple players in the upper levels of the farm system who the Yankees need to see some serious improvements from to keep them here long-term. From guys who are in their final year of having Minor League options to players who just don’t have much time to establish themselves on the roster.