Yankees sign Jarred Kelenic to minor-league deal amid outfield struggles
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The New York Yankees have signed outfielder Jarred Kelenic to a minor-league contract, adding depth to their roster as they navigate Aaron Judge's uncertain return. Kelenic, 27, was recently designated for assignment by the Texas Rangers after struggling in MLB, though he performed well in Triple-A. The Yankees announced his assignment to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre affiliate. Kelenic hopes to revive his career after previous stints, including a first-round pick status in 2018. Judge is reportedly closer to returning from a rib injury, potentially affecting Kelenic's future role with the team.
- •Kelenic signs minor-league deal with Yankees, reports MLB.com
- •Previously played for Rangers and White Sox this season
- •Judge nearing return from rib injury, impacting team dynamics
- •Kelenic was a top prospect drafted by Mets in 2018
- •Yankees had poor offensive performance without Judge since June
- 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Sign Former Top Five Prospect
- 7:59 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees sign former Mets top prospect Jarred Kelenic to minor-league deal
"Kelenic played for the White Sox and Rangers earlier this season before being designated for assignment.
"The New York Yankees have signed Jarred Kelenic to a minor league deal
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 2:10 PMYankees Sign Former Top Five Prospect
The New York Yankees have signed Jarred Kelenic to a minor league deal
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 7:59 PMYankees sign former Mets top prospect Jarred Kelenic to minor-league deal
Kelenic played for the White Sox and Rangers earlier this season before being designated for assignment.
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