- The Colorado Rockies designated former top prospect Yanquiel Fernandez for assignment, allowing the New York Yankees to claim him off waivers.
- Fernandez, a slugging outfielder, had previously been ranked among the top 100 prospects in baseball before reaching the Rockies' Triple-A affiliate.
- The Yankees were able to acquire Fernandez for little cost, potentially allowing them to benefit from his power potential in the future.