Yanks Sign Javier Herrera

According to Donnie Collins of the Scranton Times Tribune SWB Yanks blog is reporting that the Yankees have signed Javier Herrera, "an outfielder once considered the best defender in the Oakland system," to a minor-league deal.

In six minor-league seasons the 24-year-old has hit .282/.358/.468 with 49 HR and 213 RBI.