YANKEES SIGN THEIR UTILITY MAN

Pablo Reyes, who recently played for the enemy (both the Red Sox and Mets, no less), is now switching sides to join the Yankees. The 31-year-old utilityman signed a minor league deal with an invite to Spring Training, giving him a shot at playing in pinstripes in 2025.

Reyes debuted with the Pirates in 2018 and has since played 233 MLB games, hitting .248 with eight homers and 54 RBI. After a PED suspension in 2020, he bounced back, spending 2023 and 2024 splitting time between Boston, the Mets’ Triple-A squad, and the occasional highlight reel. While his numbers won’t make anyone forget Babe Ruth (.658 OPS in the Bigs, .864 in Triple-A last year), Reyes brings defensive versatility and a chance to add depth to the Yankees' roster.

With the Yankees dealing with injuries and inconsistency in recent years, Reyes might be called on sooner than expected. His ability to play multiple positions could make him a valuable plug-and-play option. And let’s face it—Yankees fans will enjoy reminding Red Sox fans that even their role players can’t resist the allure of the Bronx.