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BOSTON, MA - APRIL 23: Randal Grichuk #34 of the New York Yankees splinters his bat while flying out during the fourth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on April 23, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo By Winslow Townson/Getty Images)
On Friday, the New York Yankees will open up a series with the Baltimore Orioles in the Bronx.
They are coming off a stellar road trip where then won seven out of nine games.
Earlier in the week, the team announced that they had designated Randal Grichuk for assignment.
The Yankees wrote (via X) on April 29: “Prior to today’s game, the Yankees made the following roster moves: • Recalled RHP Elmer Rodríguez (#71) from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. • Designated OF Randal Grichuk for assignment.”
Prior to today’s game, the Yankees made the following roster moves: • Recalled RHP Elmer Rodríguez (#71) from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. • Designated OF Randal Grichuk for assignment.
Grichuk had been batting .194 with six hits, two RBI’s and eight runs in 16 games.
13-Year MLB Player Boston Red Sox Must Consider Acquiring
GettyRandal Grichuk #34 of the New York Yankees watches his RBI double against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning at Fenway Park on April 21, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Since Grichuk can now be claimed (or easily acquired in a trade), it’s worth pointing out that the Red Sox could be a good fit for the 34-year-old.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar