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Yankees sign spring training standout from Orioles to 26-man roster

Mar 11, 2023; Dunedin, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles right fielder Franchy Cordero (16) hits a two rbi double against the Toronto Blue Jays in the third inning during spring training at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Yankees aren’t done making moves ahead of opening day on Thursday afternoon. After releasing outfielder Rafael Ortega and elevating Estevan Florial to the 26-man roster, despite a disappointing spring performance, the Bombers brought in a stand-out performer over the past few weeks from the Baltimore Orioles.

The Yankees signed OF Franchy Cordero:

General manager Brian Cashman signed Franchy Cordero to a contract, per Jeff Passan of ESPN, a 28-year-old lefty outfielder that has played 227 total major league games.