As the New York Yankees prepare for their second showdown against the Detroit Tigers in a three-game series this Wednesday, the team’s dynamics are shifting. Currently enjoying a four-game winning streak, the Yankees are pinning their hopes on young prospects for a brighter September. Although their playoff odds are still long, in baseball, anything can happen.
Roster Update: Matt Krook Recalled, Keynan Middleton to IL
In a Wednesday afternoon announcement, the Yankees revealed a roster switch: left-handed relief pitcher Matt Krook has been recalled from Triple-A Scranton. He replaces right-handed pitcher Keynan Middleton, who’s hitting the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder inflammation.