New York Yankees: 5 Pitching Prospects Who Have a Shot at Opening Day Roster
March 12, 2012 · Colton Kokrda · Jump to comments
Article Source: Bleacher Report - New York Yankees
With spring training games already underway, the New York Yankees are getting the opportunity to evaluate each and every player, as they prepare for the season. Undoubtedly, these observations will lead to some decisions on roster selections.
The Yankees’ rotation is certainly being watched carefully, with the top four slots essentially set with CC Sabathia, Hiroki Kuroda, Michael Pineda and Ivan Nova. Phil Hughes and Freddy Garcia battle for the fifth spot. This leaves any potential prospects to break camp left to the bullpen roles.
With a large number of prospects currently in camp, the Yankees have the ability to head up to New York with a few of them to start the season. Here are five potential candidates that could break camp with the Yankees.