Gleyber Torres and Miguel Andujar shouldn’t be regarded solely as budding complementary pieces in a loaded lineup. They’re far more valuable than that.
One could argue the rookie infield tandem has become the backbone of the Yankees’ overwhelming success since late April, and the numbers indicate Torres and Andujar are exceptional youngsters, who just so happen to be competing with each other for American League Rookie of the Year honors.
In the Yankees’ 4-3 win over the Mets on Saturday night in the second of three Subway Series games at Citi Field, Torres and Andujar were key contributors at the plate.