May 1, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees second baseman Oswald Peraza (91) hits a single in the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
For reasons not entirely clear, Oswald Peraza, one of the New York Yankees’ top prospects, doesn’t appear to receive the same recognition as some of his peers.
Last year, he racked up 20 home runs and 35 stolen bases across Triple-A and the major leagues, yet his opportunities remained restricted.
The Yankees decided to place more emphasis on spring training statistics over his consistent performance in consequential games, leading him to begin the season in Triple-A.