Yankees Expect Big Things From Caleb Durbin
2 days agoThe New York Yankees have high hopes for rookie infielder Caleb Durbin next year. "I think he's going to play a big, big role for us this upcoming season," manager Aaron Boone said. Durbin isn't listed by MLB Pipeline as one of the Yankees' top-25 prospects, but the 24-year-old could play an integral role in his MLB debut next year after hitting .287/.396/.471 with 10 home runs and 29 stolen bases for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre last season. Not only did Durbin impress there, but he's tearing it up in the Arizona Fall League as well with a .934 OPS, four long balls and 23 stolen bases in 21 games played. Durbin can play pretty much anywhere on the infield, but second base figures to be his primary position at the next level, especially with Gleyber Torres potentially leaving in free agency this winter. The 24-year-old could start at the keystone on Opening Day if he impresses next spring.
Source: The Athletic - Chris Kirschner
Source: The Athletic - Chris Kirschner