Jeter Downs Claimed Off Waivers By The Yankees

The Yankees secured the services of Downs through a waiver claim from the Nationals on Tuesday.

Downs found himself designated for assignment a week earlier, marking his transition to a new team for the third time within the past year. Once regarded as a top-100 prospect, the 25-year-old infielder joined the Red Sox as part of the Mookie Betts trade. However, his performance at the Triple-A level has been less than stellar, with Downs posting a batting line of .202/.306/.370.

Jeter Deion Downs — his mother chose the name “Jeter” in honor of Hall of Fame New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter.