Yankees promote 18-year-old prospect Chien-Fan Lai before Orioles game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:07 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The New York Yankees promoted 18-year-old right-hander Chien-Fan Lai to the FCL Yankees on August 20. Lai transitions from the Dominican Summer League, marking his first experience in U.S. baseball. He was the highest-rated Taiwanese pitcher in the 2026 class, signing as a free agent earlier this year with a significant bonus. The Yankees are currently seeking a three-game sweep against the Baltimore Orioles after winning the first two games. Lai's progression is seen as a positive development for the Yankees' pitching depth.
- •Chien-Fan Lai was promoted to FCL Yankees on August 20.
- •He has yet to record professional statistics.
- •Lai signed with Yankees in June for approximately $872,500.
- •Yankees aim for a series sweep against Orioles after two victories.
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