Yankees claim OF Yanquiel Fernandez off waivers from Rockies

The Yankees made a roster move on Wednesday, claiming outfielder Yanquiel Fernandez off waivers from the Colorado Rockies.

To make room on the 40-man roster, the Yankees designated right-handed pitcher Dom Hamel for assignment.

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Fernandez, a 23-year-old corner outfielder, made his major league debut with the Rockies this past season. He appeared in 52 games overall, slashing .225/.265/.348 with four home runs, 11 RBI, and a 62 OPS+.

Hamel’s stint with the Yankees didn’t last very long, as the team had just claimed him off waivers from the Texas Rangers on January 27. The former Mets prospect — who turns 27 in March — made his major league debut with the Mets last season, pitching just 1.0 inning while allowing three hits and walking a batter, though he was not charged with an earned run.

He was claimed off waivers by the Baltimore Orioles last September and then claimed off waivers yet again, this time by the Rangers, a week later.