The New York Yankees have made a move to strengthen their bullpen by acquiring right-handed reliever Angel Chivilli from the Colorado Rockies. The transaction was part of a series of deals occurring around the league on Wednesday. While details regarding the terms of Chivilli’s acquisition have not been made public, the addition reflects the Yankees’ ongoing efforts to improve their pitching depth ahead of the upcoming season.
Chivilli, a young arm who has progressed through the Rockies’ minor league system, is known for his strong fastball and developmental potential. He has not yet made his MLB debut but has shown promise in the minors. In the 2023 season, Chivilli posted a combined ERA and strikeout rate in Double-A that attracted attention from multiple clubs. The Yankees appear optimistic that his skillset can be developed further within their organization.
At the same time, the Colorado Rockies made another trade, sending infielder Edouard Julien and relief pitcher Pierson Ohl to the Minnesota Twins. That deal is separate from the Yankees-Rockies transaction involving Chivilli. Julien, who has seen time at both second base and shortstop, has been regarded as a player with a strong on-base percentage and the potential to serve as a regular infielder. Ohl, a right-handed pitcher, has also been considered a promising prospect and will look to continue his growth with Minnesota.
For the Yankees, Chivilli represents an addition to a bullpen that has seen some turnover in recent seasons. The team has emphasized building pitching depth through both free agency and trades. With the 2026 season approaching, New York aims to reinforce key positions to remain competitive in a tight American League race.
The moves come during the offseason when teams around Major League Baseball assess talent and make strategic adjustments to their rosters. The Yankees’ acquisition of Chivilli is part of that larger effort to build out a strong and flexible pitching staff.
