Yankees To Select Randal Grichuk's Contract
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Yankees have added outfielder Randal Grichuk to their Opening Day 26-man roster, requiring a corresponding roster move since the 40-man roster is full.
- By making the team, Grichuk secures a $2.5 million salary for the 2026 season and avoids triggering an opt-out clause in his contract.
- Grichuk will serve as a backup outfielder behind starters Aaron Judge, Trent Grisham, and Cody Bellinger, with utilityman Amed Rosario also providing depth.
- The Yankees prefer to keep top prospects Jasson Dominguez and Spencer Jones in Triple-A for regular playing time rather than as bench players.
- Grichuk is expected to primarily play
