Yankees Announce Trade on Friday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Gavin Groe | Last updated Jan 29, 2026 4:48 PM ET

The New York Yankees continue to adjust their roster as they move through the offseason, a process that has become increasingly important as the organization works to strengthen its pitching depth and create flexibility ahead of spring training.

New York has spent the winter adding relief options, evaluating younger arms and making difficult decisions on the edges of the 40‑man roster.

With several new acquisitions arriving and internal competition expected to intensify, the Yankees have been active in reshaping the group that will report in late February.

This approach has been consistent with the front office’s recent strategy. New York has emphasized versatility, strikeout potential and optionable bullpen pieces while preparing for a season in which pitching depth will be critical.

New York Yankees manager Aaron BooneJerome Miron-Imagn Images

The club has also continued to cycle through fringe roster spots, looking for combinations that can help stabilize the middle innings and support a rotation that will enter 2026 with high expectations.

As the Yankees evaluate these decisions, more movement has followed. That continued on Thursday when the organization made its latest transaction official.

“The New York Yankees today announced that they have traded left‑handed pitcher Jayvien Sandridge to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for cash considerations,” the Yankees wrote on X.

The New York Yankees today announced that they have traded left-handed pitcher Jayvien Sandridge to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for cash considerations.
— Yankees PR Dept. (@YankeesPR) January 29, 2026

Sandridge had been designated for assignment two days earlier as part of the club’s roster shuffle. His departure opens another spot for the Yankees to continue adding depth, and it reflects the competitive environment surrounding their bullpen construction.

While Sandridge showed encouraging signs late last season in the minors, the Yankees have prioritized arms they believe fit more cleanly into their current plans. In one appearance last year, the 26‑year‑old recorded two strikeouts but allowed two runs via the home run.

For New York, the move is less about the player leaving and more about the flexibility gained. The Yankees have been deliberate in shaping a bullpen that can withstand injuries and maintain consistency throughout the season. Clearing space now allows the front office to remain aggressive as opportunities arise.

As spring training approaches, the Yankees appear committed to refining every layer of their pitching staff, and Thursday’s move is another step in that ongoing process.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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