Overview
- New York obtained Max Schuemann from the Athletics in exchange for 20-year-old right-handed pitching prospect Luis Burgos.
- To open a 40-man roster spot, the Yankees designated outfielder Yanquiel Fernández for assignment.
- Right-hander Dom Hamel and infielder Braden Shewmake were outrighted to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and invited to 2026 Major League Spring Training as non-roster players.
- Schuemann offers multi-position coverage, having appeared at second, third, shortstop and all three outfield spots during his time with Oakland.
- He profiles as a glove-first option after batting .197 in 101 games last season and .212 with a .603 OPS across 234 career MLB games.