The New York Yankees have released a player from their organization who has spent part of two seasons in the MLB.

Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers -- who has been linked to the Yankees in trade rumors -- received an important injury update.

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On Friday, the Yankees lost bullpen depth in the minors. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports that right-hander Peter Strzelecki opted out of his minor league deal with the Yankees and is now a ...