Breaking News: Yankees Claim Michael Tonkin Off Waivers from Mets Amidst Turbulent Season
Michael Tonkin has been claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees from the Mets after being designated for assignment three times this season. The right-handed reliever started the season with the Mets but was eventually traded to the Minnesota Twins for cash considerations. He only appeared in one game for the Twins before being DFA’d and picked up by the Mets. However, he made just two appearances before being DFA’d by the Mets once more.
With a 6.00 ERA and 1.55 WHIP in 9.0 innings over six appearances this season, Tonkin has had a challenging year. In order to add Tonkin to the 40-man roster, the Yankees designated right-handed pitcher McKinley Moore for assignment.
