Yankees History: The Ultimate Bench Guy

Photo by Kidwiler Collection/Diamond Images via Getty ImagesWhile rule additions in recent years have curbed it somewhat, September is often a time of bench guys. From back of back of the bullpen arms to designated pinch runners, September can be a month that really messes with you when trying to remembers players from a given year. One of the most famous Yankees of that type in recent years was Rico Noel. In 2015, Noel was the designated pinch runner as the Yankees battled for the division and a playoff spot. He appeared in 15 games that season, but ended up making just two plate appearances.

Noel is far from the only Yankee who’s had more games played than plate appearances over the years.…