US EditionVeteran Opts Out of Yankees Contract After Strong Spring Showing
- Dominic Smith opted out of his contract with the New York Yankees after a successful spring, confirming his decision to ESPN.
- Smith had a notable spring training, hitting.297 with three home runs and 12 RBI in 13 games, increasing his free-agent appeal.
- The Yankees seek a right-handed hitter for their bench, currently projected to have only one right-handed option, Oswald Peraza.
- Smith expressed his excitement about the opportunity to play in New York, stating, 'It’s every child’s dream to wear these pinstripes.
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Dominic Smith opts out of deal with lefty-loaded Yankees
TAMPA — With roster decisions approaching, Dominic Smith has opted out of his minor league deal with the Yankees, a source confirmed to the Daily News. The Yankees now have 24 hours to add the veteran Smith, a non-roster invitee with no minor league options, to their roster if they wish. If not, Smith will become a free agent. Smith was supposed to DH against the Tigers on Friday night, but he was scratched from the lineup after opting out. The …
MLB Rumors: Ex-Red Sox Infielder Opts-Out With Yankees, Linked To Boston
The Boston Red Sox don’t have much first base depth behind the incumbent Triston Casas. Perhaps turning to an old friend could help. FanSided’s Robert Murray reported Friday that Dominic Smith opted out of his minor-league deal with the New York Yankees. He had a rather productive spring in the Grapefruit League as a .297 hitter with three home runs and a .857 OPS. Following the Yankees news, MassLive’s Chris Cotillo and Christopher Smith report…
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