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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Yovanny Cruz, a 26-year-old Dominican right-handed reliever, has been promoted to the MLB by the New York Yankees after dominating Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre with a 4-1 record, 1.72 ERA, and 21 strikeouts in 15 2/3 innings. The promotion comes as the Yankees' bullpen has shown weakness and depth issues, particularly after a 2-7 road trip. Cruz has demonstrated impressive velocity (101.5 mph) and has overcome previous command issues from his time with the Cubs, Padres, and Red Sox organizations. His rise has been remarkable, especially after a strong showing in the Dominican Winter League (1 run in 18.2 innings). The Yankees exercised patience with his development rather than rushing him to the majors earlier in the season despite roster injuries.
Strengths
- + Dominant Triple-A performance (4-1, 1.72 ERA, 21 K in 15.2 IP)
- + Impressive fastball velocity (101.5 mph)
- + Strong Dominican Winter League performance (1 ER in 18.2 IP)
- + Overcame previous command issues from earlier in career
- + Fills critical bullpen depth need for injury-plagued Yankees
- + Right-handed reliever in high-demand role
- + Potential upgrade over inconsistent bullpen arms
Weaknesses
- - History of command struggles (60 walks in 89 innings with Padres/Red Sox)
- - Previous stagnation in Cubs system post-COVID
- - Limited MLB experience and track record
- - Had to overcome injuries and setbacks earlier in career
- - Bounced between multiple organizations before Yankees
About
Jose Cruz is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
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