The Yankees have claimed reliever Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Astros.
Ort was DFA’d earlier this week to make room for the recently-signed Tatsuya Imai on Houston’s roster.
The righty originally broke into the league with the Red Sox, but he spent the past two years in the Astros’ bullpen.
He enjoyed a breakout campaign during his first year with Houston, recording a career-best 2.55 ERA in 22 appearances in 2024, but took a step back last season.
Ort pitched to 4.89 ERA over 49 innings before missing the final two months with elbow inflammation.
The 33-year-old will now compete for a spot in the Yankees’ bullpen in spring training.
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