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Yankees promote pitcher who hasn't played in MLB since 2022
TL;DR
The New York Yankees have promoted pitcher Kervin Castro, who hasn't played in MLB since 2022. This move coincides with the arrival of Spencer Jones from Triple-A.
Key points
- Kervin Castro promoted by the New York Yankees
- Castro hasn't played in MLB since 2022
- Spencer Jones also promoted from Triple-A
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The New York Yankees will grab most of the headlines Thursday by promoting Spencer Jones.
He's not the only guy arriving with the Yanks from Triple-A, though. Kervin Castro is coming, too.
MLB insider Francys Romero reported the news on Thursday. It'll be Castro's first time in MLB since 2022.
The 27-year old's name really is Kervin, and he has a 3.14 ERA and 10 strikeouts in 14.1 innings this season so far at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
A season ago, Castro had a 1.53 ERA in Triple-A.
“Kervin’s gotten my attention,” Yankees manager Aaron Boone said in Spring Training, via MLB.com.
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Q&A
Why did the Yankees promote Kervin Castro now?
The Yankees promoted Kervin Castro to bolster their pitching staff, as he returns to the MLB after not playing since 2022.
What is Kervin Castro's MLB history?
Kervin Castro last played in the MLB in 2022, and this promotion marks his return to the league after a significant absence.
Who else is joining the Yankees alongside Kervin Castro?
Spencer Jones is also being promoted from Triple-A to join the Yankees alongside Kervin Castro.
