Standout minor league right-hander Dellin Betances could make an impact with the Yankees this season.
The 25-year-old Betances has consistently struck out more than a batter an inning since launching his professional career in 2006, yet has pitched just eight games in the majors. But he could prove beneficial to a potentially weak Yankees bullpen that has lost Mariano Rivera to retirement.
"I think it's very possible to expect quality numbers," an unnamed scout told the New York Daily News. "(He can be) very successful out of the bullpen. He needs a chance, to gain confidence."
Betances managed his best season in 2013 at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre with a 6-4 record and 108 strikeouts in 84 innings.