NEW YORK -- In Andrew McCutchen, the Yankees are at the very least getting a clear upgrade in what they already have in right field, and someone whose production could play up thanks to an escape from San Francisco, an American League scout told NJ Advance Media on Friday afternoon.
The scout, who has seen McCutchen extensively, spoke on the condition of anonymity because he wasn't authorized to speak publicly.
With Friday's waiver trade deadline looming, Yankees struck a deal with the Giants late Thursday night to add McCutchen, the 2013 National League MVP and a five-time All-Star, and cash for a pair of prospects.