Yankees Add Left-Handed Power Option Seth Brown On Minor-League Deal

The New York Yankees agreed to terms with outfielder and first baseman Seth Brown on a minor-league contract that includes a spring-training invite, a signing that bolsters organizational depth and offers a low-risk option for the major-league roster. At 33, Brown brings power potential and veteran experience after seven big-league seasons, primarily with Oakland.

Brown’s major-league resume features a .226/.292/.419 line and multiple 20-plus home run campaigns during his peak years. Injuries limited him to just 38 games in 2025, but his history of strong Triple-A production and demonstrated power from the left side make him a logical insurance piece for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and a candidate to be called up if injuries or poor performance create an opening at the MLB level. The spring invite gives Brown an immediate opportunity to compete for a bench role built around left-handed power.

From a roster-management perspective, this is a classic low-cost, high-upside move. Minor-league contracts with spring-training invites allow clubs to evaluate veteran talent without committing 40-man roster space, preserving flexibility while adding a player who can fill multiple roles. For the Yankees, who balance a mix of high-priced stars and depth chasers, Brown represents an economical way to hedge against late-season attrition and the regular malady of injuries.

On the field, Brown’s value is simple and specific: the ability to change a game with one swing from the left side. That profile plays well both in Triple-A and as a bench option in the majors, particularly in matchups that call for a left-handed power bat off the bench. His defensive versatility—able to play corner outfield and first base—also increases his utility for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and the parent club should depth be needed.

Beyond the lineup card, the signing carries cultural and social resonance. Veteran players like Brown often serve as mentors in Triple-A, helping younger prospects navigate the grind of a long season while keeping competitive standards high. The move underscores how organizations balance player development with veteran mentorship and how careers can be extended through performance at the Triple-A level.

For fans, the addition is a quietly meaningful move: it adds potential late-inning pop and a familiar face with MLB experience to the depth chart. Watch Brown in spring training to gauge his health and swing, and follow his starts in Triple-A to see whether he can translate past success into another major-league opportunity. If he does, the Yankees will have picked up a low-cost power bat just in time.