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Astros sign ex-Pirates reliever who made MLB debut with Yankees
TL;DR
The Houston Astros signed pitcher Miguel Yajure to a minor league contract, adding depth to their bullpen. Yajure previously made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees in 2020 and has spent the last two seasons in Japan.
Key points
- Houston Astros signed Miguel Yajure to a minor league contract
- Yajure made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees in 2020
- He spent the last two seasons in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball
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The Houston Astros made a move for pitching depth on Friday, signing a right-hander who made his Major League debut with the New York Yankees in 2020.
According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, the AL West club signed Miguel Yajure to a minor league contract.
The 27-year-old spent the past two seasons in Japan with Nippon Professional Baseball's Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles and Tokyo Yakult Swallows.
After making just three appearances out of the bullpen with the Yankees, he was a part of the trade that sent right-hander Jameson Taillon to New York, with four players going to the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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Yajure posted a 4.48 ERA in 64.1 innings with the Eagles in 2025, and he struggled to miss bats. He struck out just 30 batters while walking 23. He last pitched in affiliated baseball in 2023 with the San Francisco Giants.
Q&A
Who is Miguel Yajure and what is his MLB history?
Miguel Yajure is a 27-year-old pitcher who made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees in 2020 and was later traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates.
What teams did Miguel Yajure play for in Japan?
In Japan, Miguel Yajure played for the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles and the Tokyo Yakult Swallows over the past two seasons.
Why did the Astros sign Miguel Yajure?
The Astros signed Miguel Yajure to enhance their pitching depth as they prepare for the upcoming season.
