Late in the season, Nick Nelson crossed the 45-day threshold for service time, which ended his time as a Yankees prospect. Formally the Yankees’ 17th -ranked prospect on MLB Pipeline, he pitched well enough in his rookie season to earn a spot on the Yankees postseason roster.
Let’s take a look at Nelson’s path to the major leagues and what his expectations are following a couple months in the Yankee bullpen. Also, Nelson’s graduation from prospect status has opened a spot for young outfielder Ryder Green to enter as the Yankees new 30th-ranked prospect.