On July 31st, 2025, the New York Yankees traded for Jake Bird, a right-handed reliever from the Colorado Rockies. His initial performance was dismal, leading to a 6.32 ERA in Triple-A and control issues with a 16.7% walk rate. However, Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake noted that Bird has made significant offseason adjustments aimed at improving his command and effectiveness. If he can regain his previous form, Bird could become a valuable bullpen asset for the Yankees in 2026.
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