Jonathan Ornelas joins Brewers after being cut by Yankees and A's
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Jonathan Ornelas has signed with the Milwaukee Brewers after being cut by the New York Yankees and subsequently the Oakland Athletics. The 26-year-old infielder, a former third-round pick and Texas Rangers World Series champion, failed to make the Yankees' roster this season. He was later optioned by the Athletics before being traded to the Brewers, where he replaces Brice Turang, who is sidelined with a knee injury. Ornelas has had a strong season at the Triple-A level, hitting.310 with 11 home runs across 300 plate appearances.
- •Jonathan Ornelas was cut by the Yankees before joining the Athletics.
- •He has now been traded to the Brewers for cash considerations.
- •Ornelas replaces injured infielder Brice Turang.
- •He has a.310 batting average with 11 home runs in Triple-A this season.
- •The Brewers are currently in need of infield depth.
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"The New York Yankees have gotten an update on an infielder who once seemed like a replacement for Anthony Volpe.
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