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Trade Details
YATES MOVES FROM THE TRIBE TO THE BRONX Friday, January 8, 2016
The New York Yankees acquired pitcher Kirby Yates from the Cleveland Indians for cash.
What does it give the New York Yankees?
Yates is a decent arm out of the bullpen, so he should compete for a job in spring training. The Yankees have great depth in the bullpen, so he is not expected to have a big role with New York.
What does it give the Cleveland Guardians?
The Indians had designated Yates for assignment, so they did well to get something back for his services. Cleveland had acquired Yates from Tampa Bay in November but felt comfortable without him.
Fantasy Impact
Yates doesn't hold much fantasy value, and whatever he did have in Cleveland is now gone in the Bronx due to their loaded 'pen.
Player Focus

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Kirby Yates
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