The deadline for teams to protect players from the annual Rule 5 Draft is rapidly approaching this Friday. The Yankees currently have a full 40-man roster and an interesting mix of players who would become prime candidates to be selected by teams around baseball in the Rule 5 Draft. Over the last two seasons, the Yankees have lost three players through the major league portion of the draft including Garrett Whitlock, who became the most reliable Red Sox bullpen piece this past season. Let’s take a look at the players who the Yankees may be protecting, trading, or risking to the Rule-5 process in the coming days and weeks.
The Yankees have tough decision to make regarding the Rule 5 Draft
