Yankees sign former Japanese star pitcher as possible Marcus Stroman replacement originally appeared on The Sporting News A few days after releasing Marcus Stroman, the New York Yankees are bringing a different starting pitcher into the organization. According to Yuki Yamada, the Yankees are signing Kenta Maeda to a minor-league contract.

Yankees Make Stunning Marcus Stroman Announcement After Trade Deadline Moves originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Yankees made a flurry of moves at Thursday's trade deadline, including the additions of relievers Camilo Doval, David Bednar, Jake Bird and utilityman Jose Caballero.

New York Yankees fans were thrilled when the team parted ways with Marcus Stroman, but his departure left them desperate for more pitching depth, and acquiring Kenta Maeda might make everyone wish Stroman were still around.