The Yankees surprised many by selecting right-handed pitcher Cade Winquest from the St. Louis Cardinals in the first round of the 2025 Rule 5 Draft, marking their first selection in this draft since 2011. Winquest, 25, has a 4.19 ERA over 58 minor league games and must remain on the Yankees’ 26-man roster throughout the 2026 season unless placed on the injured list.
