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Yankees demote pitcher Brendan Beck ahead of Astros series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:28 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Yankees demote pitcher Brendan Beck ahead of Astros series

Summary

The New York Yankees have demoted right-handed pitcher Brendan Beck to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre following a brief stint in the majors. Beck, who was called up to replace injured pitcher Ryan Weathers, made two appearances with a 9.45 ERA. Despite his challenges, Beck has excelled in the minors with a 2.75 ERA over 121 innings. The Yankees prepare to host the Houston Astros in a three-game series beginning Tuesday, with Monday off for the team.

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Status Watch

•Yankees finished weekend series with an 8-3 win over Blue Jays.
•Brendan Beck was sent back to Triple-A after two appearances.
•Yankees called up Justin Topa to fill Beck's spot on the roster.
•Houston Astros series begins Tuesday; Yankees have Monday off.
•Yankees are 74-56 this season.

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10:28 PMYahoo Sports — New York Yankees Demote 27-Year-Old Pitcher Before Astros Series

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The New York Yankees wrapped up their weekend series against the Toronto Blue Jays with an 8-3 win on Sunday, improving to 74-56 on the season.They’ll have Monday off before hosting the Houston Astros for a three-game series beginning Tuesday night.Before the series, the Yankees announced some notable roster moves Monday afternoon.Yankees Demote 27-Year-Old PitcherJust […] The post New York Yankees Demote 27-Year-Old Pitcher Before Astros Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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