The Yankees claimed infielder Breyvic Valera off waivers from the San Francisco Giants on Monday, and added the 27-year-old to the 40-man roster. He was immediately sent to Triple-A Scranton, but it’s likely not a coincidence that this move came one day before placing Miguel Andujar back on the injured list as he attempts to avoid surgery on his right shoulder. Valera has appeared in just 37 major league games, and he’s hardly a household name. So who is Valera, and why did the Yankees think he might be able to help them this season?
Why the Yankees acquired Breyvic Valera for infield depth
