New York Yankees announce roster move

The work doesn't stop for the front office, though, as they announced that they had claimed former Kansas City Royals infielder Braden Shewmake off waivers.

"Earlier today, the Yankees claimed INF Braden Shewmake off waivers from the Kansas City Royals," the Yankees announced in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Shewmake briefly made his MLB debut with the Atlanta Braves in 2023, before playing 29 games with the Chicago White Sox in 2024. His numbers weren't particularly good, as he hit just .125 with one home run and four runs batted in. After getting designated for assignment on New Year's Day, the Royals claimed him on Jan. 8.

His stint in KC didn't last long, as Shewmake got designated for assignment on Jan. 31 before latching on with the Yankees. With an ability to fill in at several spots in the infield, and some speed on the basepaths, Shewmake could serve as a utility option off the bench if he finds a way to stick around with the organization.