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Yankees sign Mitch Garver to minor league contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:20 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Yankees sign Mitch Garver to minor league contract
Summary

The New York Yankees have signed catcher Mitch Garver to a minor league deal as of August 7, 2026. Garver, released by the Seattle Mariners earlier this week, struggled offensively this season with a.596 OPS. Although his defensive skills have been a concern, the Yankees may provide him an opportunity to regain form. Garver, 35, has experience hitting well against left-handed pitchers, which could influence his chances to join the major league roster if he performs well in Triple-A.

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  • •Yankees signed Mitch Garver on August 7, 2026.
  • •Garver was released by the Mariners before signing.
  • •He had a.596 OPS this season with Seattle.
  • •Concerns exist about his defensive abilities at catcher.
  • •Garver has excelled against left-handed pitchers.
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  • 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees add Mitch Garver on minor league deal
  • 5:41 PMMLB Trade Rumors — Yankees To Sign Mitch Garver To Minor League Deal - MLB Trade Rumors
What they're saying
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Yankees take a chance on veteran catcher Mitch Garver, signing him to a minor league contract.

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The Yankees didn't get catching help at the deadline but they will add some non-roster depth.

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