Yankees’ 25-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Leaves MLB Shortly After Cut
Key takeaways
- Sports Money Yankees’ 25-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Leaves MLB Shortly After Cut By Peter Chawaga,
- After being promoted to the big-league team in 2023, Anthony Volpe won a Gold Glove in his rookie season and appeared to be in line to take over as the franchise shortstop.
- The Yankees officially called up Jones, the organization’s No. 6 prospect, on Friday morning.”
Sports Money Yankees’ 25-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Leaves MLB Shortly After Cut By Peter Chawaga,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow Author May 10, 2026, 04:13pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - APRIL 29: A view of the New York Yankees logo on a ball bag before the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 29, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThough better known for their efforts to acquire tenured stars, the New York Yankees have earmarked some key prospects from their farm system in recent seasons.
After being promoted to the big-league team in 2023, Anthony Volpe won a Gold Glove in his rookie season and appeared to be in line to take over as the franchise shortstop. Outfielder Jasson Dominguez has enjoyed several cups of coffee in the big leagues as the team looks to harness his power. And on Friday, fans got their first chance to see Spencer Jones in the big leagues.