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Justin Topa assigned to Yankees Triple-A affiliate Scranton/Wilkes-Barre

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:17 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Justin Topa assigned to Yankees Triple-A affiliate Scranton/Wilkes-Barre

Summary

Justin Topa has been assigned to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders after signing a minor league contract with the New York Yankees. Released by the Omaha Storm Chasers on August 9, Topa joined the Yankees organization five days later. At Omaha, he pitched 12.2 innings, allowing 11 hits while recording four saves. His new assignment marks a continuation of his career in minor league baseball.

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Key Details

•Topa previously played for the Omaha Storm Chasers.
•He pitched 12.2 innings, giving up 11 hits at Omaha.
•Topa recorded four saves and struck out nine batters.
•His new stint is with Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, the Yankees' Triple-A affiliate.

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1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Justin Topa assigned to Yankees Triple-A Affiliate Scranton/Wilkes-Barre

What they're saying

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CHENANGO VALLEY, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Some changes have been made for one Chenango Valley Warriors alum in the minor leagues, as he has now been picked up by and assigned to his third triple-A team of the season. Justin Topa was released by the Omaha Storm Chasers, affiliate of the Kansas City Royals, on August […]
— Yahoo Sports

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