The Yankees have some movement at the back of their bullpen. Keynan Middleton is heading to the IL with right shoulder inflammation, and in the corresponding move, Matt Krook is returning to the big leagues after earlier cameos. For most of the season, Wandy Peralta has been the only left handed reliever for the Yankees. Krook’s addition now gives them two options as they head into the last few weeks of the season. For Krook, whatever time he gets will essentially be considered an audition for next year’s roster.
For Middleton, this injury comes at a tough time.