PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 14: Jay Bruce #23 of the Philadelphia Phillies in action against the Boston Red Sox during a game at Citizens Bank Park on September 14, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
The Yankees are going to sign Jay Bruce to a minor-league deal. Seriously.
Want to see a magic trick?
Watch Brian Cashman talk out of the side of his mouth to praise Brett Gardner as he adds a much cheaper lefty option on a minor-league deal.
Gardy holds a permanent place in this locker room, and the franchise is forever thankful for the leadership he provides, but the most recent deal he signed with the Yankees prior to 2020 (one year, $12.