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The New York Yankees have made a splash ahead of their series opener against the Houston Astros, acquiring prospects Deivi Domínguez and Clarke Wells.
Domínguez, a 21-year-old right-hander from the Dominican Republic, was acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for cash considerations. He is considered one of the top pitching prospects in the Rays organization, having posted a 3.45 ERA in Double-A last season. Domínguez has a fastball that can reach up to 97 mph and a plus changeup. He also has a developing slider and curveball.
Wells, a 24-year-old left-hander from the United States, was acquired from the San Diego Padres in exchange for minor league pitcher Chase Hodson. Wells has been impressive in the minors this season, posting a 3.00 ERA in Triple-A. He has a fastball that can reach up to 95 mph and a plus curveball. He also has a developing slider and changeup.
The Yankees are hoping that these two prospects can help bolster their pitching staff as they look to make a deep playoff run this season. Domínguez and Wells will join a talented group of young pitchers that includes James Paxton, Masahiro Tanaka, and Domingo Germán.
The Yankees will be looking to get off to a strong start against the Astros when they open their series on Thursday night. With the addition of Domínguez and Wells, the Yankees have added even more depth to their pitching staff, which should give them an edge in the series opener.
It will be interesting to see how Domínguez and Wells perform in their first taste of major league action. If they can live up to their potential, the Yankees could have two more valuable pieces to add to their already impressive pitching staff.
