Oswald Peraza Returns to Yankees from Triple-A

Infielder Oswald Peraza has been called up from Triple-A Scranton Wilkes-Barre to join the New York Yankees for their series finale against the Chicago White Sox. The 24-year-old, who was once a highly regarded prospect, expressed his enthusiasm about rejoining the team after a lackluster first stint in The Bronx this season. “It’s great to be back here with this ballclub,” Peraza stated, emphasizing his eagerness to contribute in any way possible. Despite his overall 2024 performance, which includes a .244 batting average and eight home runs over 65 games, Peraza has shown signs of improvement recently. He noted that his swing has become smoother and faster, attributing this progress to increased confidence. Yankees manager Aaron Boone acknowledged Peraza's potential impact, particularly against left-handed pitchers, while also considering other players for the lineup. Peraza's return comes after a challenging previous season, where he struggled with a .191 batting average and a high strikeout rate. However, he believes that his time spent with star players like Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton has helped him develop better habits. “The biggest thing is just the experience you gain from being at this level of baseball,” he remarked, highlighting the value of learning from seasoned teammates. As Peraza steps back into the major leagues, he aims to leverage his experiences and newfound confidence to make a positive impact on the Yankees' performance.