The Yankees added another interesting piece to their organizational depth chart on Saturday, signing veteran first baseman and outfielder Nick Torres to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. While the move might fly under the radar compared to the blockbuster rumors swirling this offseason, Torres arrives in camp with a prestigious accolade on his resume: 2025 Mexican League MVP.
A Monster Season South of the BorderTorres is coming off a career-defining campaign with the Algodoneros de Unión Laguna, where he absolutely demolished opposing pitching. The 32-year-old slashed .347/.425/.730 with 27 home runs and 79 RBIs in just 86 games, posting a video-game-like 1.155 OPS. His offensive dominance was comprehensive; he led the league in OPS, tied for the lead in doubles (32) and extra-base hits (65), and finished second in total bases. This level of production suggests that Torres has tapped into a new level of power and discipline that the Yankees are eager to test against MLB-caliber pitching.
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