The New York Yankees are preparing for some significant roster changes this Friday, most notably with the anticipated return of Aaron Judge. Early Friday morning, the Yankees announced the decision to designate depth outfielder Willie Calhoun for assignment following his recovery from a quad injury sustained weeks prior.
Calhoun’s Exit: Statistics and Performance
Calhoun, a 28-year-old left-handed batter, leaves the team with a .239 batting average, a .309 on-base percentage (OBP), five home runs, 16 RBIs, a 13.4% strikeout rate, a 9.4% walk rate, and a 96 weighted runs created plus (wRC+). While his defensive capabilities were limited due to a lack of athleticism, Calhoun contributed offensively at crucial moments.