The New York Yankees have lost more players to the Rule 5 draft than they have added. They probably would like Garrett Whitlock back, as he has been a staple of the Red Sox bullpen for years and has given his old team fits since joining them.
The New York Yankees recently made their first selection in the Rule 5 Draft since 2011. The organization chose to pick up right-hander Cade Winquest, and it seems as though he has the potential to make an impact.
MLB.com | Bryan Hoch: The Yankees hadn’t selected anyone in the Rule 5 Draft since 2011, until they took Cade Winquest this year. What possessed them to turn the tables and actually take a player in the Rule 5 for once?
The New York Yankees' first Rule 5 Draft pick since 2011 came this year, when they picked up right-handed pitcher Cade Winquest from the St. Louis Cardinals organization.