Remember in Spring Training when the Yankees let the world know Tyler Austin would have every opportunity to compete with Greg Bird for the starting first base job? Obviously, a lot has happened since then — notably, injuries to both men.
So why is it now that Austin is on an absolute offensive tear at Triple-A Scranton, and the Yankees can’t rub two nickels together at first base, that the organization refuses to call up the 25-year-old slugger?
In my opinion, Austin can play first base, both corner outfield positions and even third base in a pinch.