TIM LOCASTRO NEWS

Claimed by Red Sox Locastro (knee) was claimed off waivers by the Red Sox on Friday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.

Impact Locastro hit just .180/.263/.252 in 156 plate appearances for the Diamondbacks and Yankees before tearing his ACL in mid-July. He owned a far better .256/.365/.365 line in 347 career trips to the plate prior to this season, however, so he could carve out a role on the Red Sox's bench if he proves his health in spring training.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back for spring Locastro (knee) is scheduled to resume running later this month or in November and is on pace to be fully healthy for the start of the 2022 season, MLB.com reports.

Impact After being acquired from the Diamondbacks on July 1, Locastro appeared in just nine games for New York before he was shut down for the season just over two weeks later when he tore the ACL in his right knee while making a catch. He underwent surgery soon afterward and looks to be progressing well in his recovery, but the 29-year-old could be non-tendered by the Yankees this offseason and may have to look for a new landing spot in 2022.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Boone returns on 3-year contract, Yankees demand success

Manager Aaron Boone has been re-signed by the New York Yankees to a three-year contract with a club option for 2025 after four winning but unsuccessful seasons

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brewers add All-Star 3B Escobar in trade with Diamondbacks

The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired All-Star third baseman Eduardo Escobar from the Arizona Diamondbacks for two prospects

JULY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Shifts to 60-day IL The Yankees transferred Locastro (knee) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Sunday.

Impact Locastro was already ruled out for the season after undergoing surgery last week to repair a torn ACL, so his move to the 60-day IL is merely procedural. The transaction clears up a spot on the 40-man roster for infielder Gio Urshela, who was reinstated from the COVID-19 IL ahead of Sunday's series finale in Boston.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Slated for surgery Wednesday Locastro is scheduled to have surgery on his right knee Wednesday, the Associated Press reports.

Impact Locastro tore his right ACL while catching a flyball against the wall July 17 and is expected to miss the remainder of the 2021 season. He slashed .180/.263/.252 with five stolen bases and two home runs across 64 games between the Diamondbacks and the Yankees on the campaign.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Torres, Odor homer to back Taillon as Yanks beat Red Sox 9-1

Gleyber Torres and Rougned Odor homered to back another strong start from Jameson Taillon as the depleted New York Yankees beat the Boston Red Sox 9-1

JULY 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Placed on IL The Yankees placed Locastro (knee) on the 10-day injured list Sunday, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact The move comes as no surprise after Locastro tore his right ACL in Saturday's game, as he will miss the remainder of 2021. Ryan LaMarre was recalled from Triple-A in a corresponding move.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Yankees News: Tim Locastro Injury Update is Trouble For New York The New York Yankees have been one of the most disappointing teams in the MLB this season as they are in danger of missing the playoffs for...

JULY 18, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

Diagnosed with torn ACL Locastro's MRI on Saturday revealed a torn right ACL, Brendan Kuty of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.

Impact Locastro exited Saturday's game in the second inning after he banged into the wall while catching a flyball in the first. The club initially described the issue as knee soreness, but his MRI has revealed a far more serious injury. The outfielder will certainly miss the rest of 2021, and there figures to be a strong chance that he won't be ready for the beginning of spring training come February.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing MRI Locastro is being sent to a nearby hospital to undergo an MRI after he exited Saturday's game against Boston with right knee soreness.

Impact Locastro exited soon after crashing into the wall while catching a flyball in the first inning. He was looked at by the Yankees' medical staff and will now undergo an MRI. A firm diagnosis should emerge for the outfielder following Saturday's tests, and for the time being, he can be considered questionable for Sunday's series finale.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with apparent knee injury Locastro exited Saturday's game against the Yankees after appearing to suffer a knee injury while catching a flyball against the wall in the first inning, Brendan Kuty of The Newar...

Impact Locastro was initially able to stay in the game after making a nice play on an Alex Verdugo flyball in the first inning. He did not come out for the second inning, however, as Greg Allen shifted to left field and Tyler Wade entered the game in right. Locastro figures to get evaluated by the club's medical staff and can be considered day-to-day until further update is given.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Locastro's speed and hustle have already sparked Yankees: 'What an athlete' The fastest man in the American League is from Auburn, New York.

JULY 8, 2021 • MCALL.COM

Yanks-Mets rained out in Subway Series opener, play 2 Sunday

With what appeared to be the first full house on hand since 2019, the New York Yankees postponed the Subway Series opener against the New York Mets because of rain

JULY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Yanks' Frazier goes on IL with vertigo; Locastro fills spot

Clint Frazier was put on the 10-day injured list by the New York Yankees with vertigo, three years after a concussion that hampered him for an entire season

JULY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kelly pitches Diamondbacks past Giants in 5-3 win

Merrill Kelly threw seven solid innings, Pavin Smith and Josh Reddick homered and the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-3

JULY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Diamondbacks kick off trade season by moving Tim Locastro, but don't expect a deadline overhaul “Anything can happen,” assistant GM Amiel Sawdaye said — but the Diamondbacks don’t view finding such a deal as a matter of necessity.

JULY 2, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Trade season kicks off as Arizona Diamondbacks ship Tim Locastro to New York Yankees The Diamondbacks traded Tim Locastro to the Yankees, the first of what could be several trade-deadline moves for the organization.

JULY 1, 2021 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Yankees deal for center fielder Tim Locastro, Gerrit Cole eager for first real taste of the Subway Series Well, it’s not exactly a deal that is going to quiet the critics, but the Yankees did get a center fielder Thursday.

JULY 1, 2021 • MCALL.COM

Report: Yanks get OF Locastro from D-backs The Yankees added some speed to their roster on Thursday, agreeing to a deal to acquire outfielder Tim Locastro from the D-backs, according...

JULY 1, 2021 • MLB.COM

Tim Locastro: 5 things to know about Yankees outfielder acquired from Diamondbacks The Yankees are acquiring Tim Locastro from the Diamondbacks in a trade that sends Class AA pitcher Keegan Curtis to Arizona, according to r...

JULY 1, 2021 • NORTHJERSEY.COM

Traded to Yankees Locastro was traded from the Diamondbacks to the Yankees on Thursday in exchange for right-hander Keegan Curtis, Lindsey Adler of The Athletic reports.

Impact Locastro saw sporadic playing time with the Diamondbacks to begin the year, and he slashed .178/.271/.220 with a home run, 11 runs, five RBI and five stolen bases in 55 games. The 28-year-old will likely take on a depth role in the Yankees' outfield going forward, but he'll provide his new club with a speed option and strong defensive abilities.

JULY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Yankees, Angels postponed with rain in forecast

The New York Yankees have postponed their series finale against the Los Angeles Angels because of a forecast of rain

JULY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starts for Marte in CF Locastro started in center field and went 0-for-2 in Monday's 7-1 loss to St. Louis.

Impact Locastro got the call in center field against a left-hander Monday, the first game after Arizona placed Ketel Marte (hamstring) on the injured list. This was his first start since June 16. Manager Torey Lovullo indicated that Pavin Smith, who started in right field Monday, will likely get the bulk of the center-field starts in Marte's absence.

JUNE 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tatis hits 3 HRs, Pads hand D-Backs 24th straight road loss

San Diego slugger Fernando Tatis Jr. hit three homers, hours after saying he would skip the All-Star Home Run Derby because of an ailing shoulder, and the Padres sent the Arizona D...

JUNE 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS