In a move corresponding to the placement of star outfield prospect Jasson Dominguez on the injured list, the New York Yankees promoted 25-year-old former No. 1 prospect Estevan Florial. A contentious figure in the Yankees’ farm system, Florial has spent significant time honing his skills in Triple-A.
The Metrics That Held Him Back
Florial has had his share of struggles, specifically concerning his strikeout and whiff metrics. In his 101 games this year with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, Florial has managed a hefty 29.9% strikeout rate. On the flip side, he’s showcased some promising numbers, batting .