Yankees sign 18‑year‑old right‑hander Chien‑Fan Lai as free agent

The New York Yankees announced the signing of 18‑year‑old Taiwanese right‑hander Chien‑Fan Lai as a non‑drafted free agent. Lai joins the organization without having been selected in the draft, offering a fresh talent for the pitching depth chart.

The move reflects the Yankees' ongoing strategy to scout and develop international prospects. The addition is expected to bolster the team's future rotation options.