Yankees Acquire Schuemann from Athletics for Burgos

The New York Yankees bolstered their infield depth on Monday by acquiring versatile utility player Max Schuemann from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for minor league pitcher Luis Burgos, just two days before pitchers and catchers report to spring training in Tampa, Florida.

Schuemann, a 28-year-old right-handed hitter from Kalamazoo, Michigan, brings defensive flexibility to a Yankees roster navigating early-season injuries. Over two major league seasons with the Athletics, he appeared in 234 games, starting at five positions: shortstop, second base, third base and all three outfield spots. He posted a .212 batting average with nine home runs, 47 runs batted in and 21 stolen bases, alongside a .603 on-base-plus-slugging percentage. In 101 games last season, Schuemann hit .197 with two homers, 13 RBIs and seven steals, often serving as a defensive replacement and pinch runner. His glove stood out, ranking plus-eight in Outs Above Average among qualifying players, with plus-five marks at second base and plus-four at third, placing him in the top 30 overall for fielding metrics.

The trade addresses a need created by shortstop Anthony Volpe's offseason left shoulder labrum...