The New York Yankees' plan for Jasson Dominguez this winter was to send him home to work on his craft. The 22-year-old was slated to go back to the Dominican Republic, visit family, get some home cooking, and figure out how to hit right-handed in the Dominican Winter League.
After an uneven rookie season in which the Martian looked like downright terrestrial, some time in winter ball to hone his craft seemed like the right call. When the decision was announced, Aaron Boone had some comments about what 2026 might hold for the youngster who had become an afterthought in the Yankees' lineup down the stretch.