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Yankees claim Russ Canzler off waivers
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The Yankees have claimed infielder/outfielder Russ Canzler off waivers from the Cleveland Indians.
In 29 games in the big leagues, Canzler has hit .271 with three home runs and 12 RBIs. The 26-year-old righthanded hitter signed with the Chicago Cubs in 2004 after being drafted in the 30th round of that year's amateur draft.
Canzler has bounced around throughout his career. He signed...
