The New York Yankees are continuing their off-season moves, signing veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco to a minor-league contract. The deal includes a base salary of $1.5 million, with up to $2.5 million available in performance bonuses.
Carrasco, who once led the American League with 18 wins as a member of the Cleveland Indians in 2017, has seen his career hit some bumps in recent years. After a successful battle against leukemia, he was named the AL Comeback Player of the Year in 2019. However, his time with the New York Mets from 2021 to 2023 was underwhelming, with a 5.21 ERA and negative WAR in two of three seasons.
Returning to Cleveland in 2024, Carrasco continued to struggle, posting a 3-10 record and a 5.64 ERA. Now, at 38 years old, his best days may be behind him. Yet, the Yankees are giving him another shot, hoping he can provide some depth to their pitching staff. The move comes as the team looks to shuffle its rotation, and Carrasco’s experience could be valuable in spring training as the Yankees evaluate their options for the upcoming season.
While it’s unclear how much impact Carrasco will have, this minor-league deal is a low-risk gamble with potential upside for a club that is still shaping its roster.
