NEW YORK -- Mired in their first eight-game losing streak since 1995, and stuck in last place in the American League East, the New York Yankees made sweeping changes Tuesday before a series opener against the Washington Nationals.
New York added some youth by recalling outfielder Everson Pereira and infielder Oswald Peraza, two of the organization's top prospects, from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre on Tuesday. They are both in manager Aaron Boone's Tuesday lineup, hitting No. 7 and 8, respectively.
The Yankees also activated Carlos Rodon from the 15-day injured list to start the opener vs.