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Yankees Lean Toward Triple-A Starts for Domínguez, Jones as Grichuk Enters Outfield Picture

With the starting outfield set, New York is prioritizing everyday at-bats for its top prospects despite their standout Grapefruit League starts.

Overview

  • GM Brian Cashman said an everyday spot is not currently available for Jasson Domínguez or Spencer Jones, reinforcing a development-first plan.
  • Manager Aaron Boone praised both young outfielders and said they could impact the club this season, keeping late-camp decisions on the table.
  • The Yankees officially invited Randal Grichuk to big-league camp after a minor-league deal, with the veteran expected to face left-handed pitching and potentially platoon with Trent Grisham.
  • Domínguez is hitting .417 this spring and Jones has three home runs in five games, but reporting indicates the team prefers they open in Triple-A for regular reps.
  • Top prospect George Lombard Jr. continues to impress defensively in camp and remains MLB Pipeline’s No. 1 Yankee, though he is generally not expected to debut in 2026.