Nick Torres why its smart
The New York Yankees’ decision to bring in Nick Torres on a minor-league deal is exactly the kind of low-risk, high-upside move that smart organizations make on the margins of a roster. Torres, the reigning Mexican League MVP, arrives after a monster season in which he showed legitimate power, plate coverage, and run production. While the competition level in the LMB isn’t MLB, history shows that strong performances there can translate into useful depth pieces in the majors. For the Yankees, this is not about penciling Torres into the middle of the lineup — it’s about creating competition and uncovering value where others might not look. At 32 years old, Torres is mature, experienced, and motivated. He hasn’t had an extended MLB opportunity since earlier in his career, which makes this a classic “last chance” scenario. Those situations often bring out a player’s best. From the Yankees’ perspective, there’s no downside: a minor-league contract with a spring training invite costs l...