There was some gnashing of teeth when Mike Tauchman was acquired at the end of spring training to round out the Yankees’ roster. It appeared that Tyler Wade had earned a full-time spot on the club, but the Yankees decided to trade for a nondescript outfielder from Colorado to take Wade’s spot. Eight months later, Tauchman is one of the most important outfielders on the team, and one who could be in line for a much bigger role next season.
Grade: A-
2019 Statistics: 87 games, 296 plate appearances, .