Benjamin Arias, a promising pitcher previously with the St. Louis Cardinals, has officially joined the New York Yankees. After a period as a minor league free agent, the 24-year-old right-hander is set to bring his talents to the Yankees' Class-A affiliate, the Tampa Tarpons. This move follows a notable performance last season with the Peoria Chiefs, where he showcased his skills on the mound.
Yankees Bolster Roster with Acquisition of Pitcher Benjamin Arias
In a significant development for the New York Yankees, the organization has secured the signing of Benjamin Arias, a 24-year-old right-handed pitcher, as confirmed by his transaction log. Arias, who stands at an imposing 6-foot-5, previously concluded his tenure with the St. Louis Cardinals' advanced Class-A team, the Peoria Chiefs.
During the past season, Arias demonstrated his potential, achieving a 2-1 record with a 3.67 ERA across 33 appearances for the Peoria Chiefs. Over 56.1 innings pitched, he recorded 43 strikeouts, allowed 43 hits, and issued 24 walks, maintaining an impressive 1.19 WHIP and limiting opposing batters to a .213 average. Despite these solid statistics, the Cardinals opted to release him from his minor league contract on September 8, 2025.
Arias's journey with the Yankees will begin with the Tampa Tarpons, the team's Class-A affiliate, which plays its home games at George M. Steinbrenner Field. This venue notably hosted the MLB's Tampa Bay Rays last season. Prior to this signing, Arias also made a brief appearance in the 2025-26 Dominican Winter League season for Aguilas Cibaeñas, where he pitched one-third of an inning, allowing two runs.
This acquisition highlights the Yankees' ongoing efforts to strengthen their minor league system with experienced and promising talent. Arias's height and past performance suggest he could be a valuable addition as he continues to develop his pitching arsenal within the Yankees' organization.
