Yankees acquire 23-year-old right-handed pitcher Michael Arias from Cubs for cash.

The New York Yankees acquired right-handed pitcher Michael Arias from the Chicago Cubs for cash, after Arias was designated for assignment to make room for pitcher Colin Rea. Arias, 23, has a 4.77 ERA from 49 relief appearances in 2024, and despite control issues, shows promise with a mid-90s fastball and a strong changeup. The Yankees can develop Arias in the minors.

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