Jared Goldstein

Roderick Arias entered the Yankees organization with enormous expectations. Signed out of the Dominican Republic during the 2022 international signing period for a $4 million bonus, one of the largest international free agent bonuses in franchise history, Arias quickly established himself as one of the organization's premier prospects. After reaching as high as No. 3 in the Yankees' system, however, a pair of disappointing seasons caused his stock to tumble. Flash forward to 2026, and the...

When the Yankees signed Yostin Peña ahead of the 2026 season, it barely made a ripple outside of prospect circles. But it could end up being one of the biggest international steals the organization has pulled off. Originally signed by the Cardinals during the 2025 international signing period, Peña's deal fell through over an age descrepancy issue, and the Yankees wasted no time capitalizing, reeling in the 6-foot-4, 18 year old outfielder with loud tools. Less than a year later, Peña is off...

For the last two years, Brian Cashman has aggressively used his catching depth to improve the major league roster: Kyle Higashioka was traded in the Juan Soto deal. Antonio Gomez stalled, and became a pitcher. Agustin Ramirez became one of the centerpiece prospects sent to Miami. Carlos Narváez was moved in the Elmer Rodriguez deal. Jesus Rodriguez was dealt as part of the Camilo Doval package. Rafael Flores was traded in the David Bednar package. Austin Wells graduated. Ben Rice transitioned...