Yankees claim outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers
Bubba Thompson #65 of the Texas Rangers bats during the sixth inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on September 06, 2022 in Houston. Credit: Getty Images/Carmen Mandato
The Yankees on Thursday claimed outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers from the Reds.
Thompson, a 25-year-old righthanded hitter, hit .170 in 37 games with Texas last season. His career numbers are a .242 batting average with one home run and a .591 OPS in 92 games with the Rangers. He has appeared in all three outfield spots.
Thompson was a first-round pick (26th overall) by Texas in 2017. This is the third time he has been claimed off waivers since August.
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