Yankees executive Mike Pinsky joins cast of Survivor Season 51

Mike Pinsky, New York Yankees assistant director of baseball operations, has been announced as a castaway for 'Survivor' Season 51. The season is set to premiere on September 23 and will feature an unpredictable format termed the 'Open Era' by host Jeff Probst. Pinsky, who has been with the Yankees for nine years, has incorporated his love for the show into personal milestones, including a marriage proposal. Recently, he updated his LinkedIn profile to reflect his new role on the reality competition.

• 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees executive Mike Pinsky will be 'Survivor' Season 51 castaway