the new york yankees have reunited with a familiar face, locking in former all-star second baseman gleyber torres on a blockbuster six-year, $120 million contract extension. after a brief stint in detroit, torres is set to return to the bronx, where he made his name as one of baseball’s premier middle infielders.
torres, 28, was a key contributor for the yankees from 2018 to 2024, tallying two all-star appearances and multiple 20+ home run seasons. he departed in free agency following the 2024 season and signed a short-term deal with the tigers, but yankees gm brian cashman reportedly prioritized bringing torres back as part of the team’s long-term infield vision.
“this is home,” torres said during his press conference. “i’ve always felt the energy of yankee stadium. i’m excited to be back and to help this team win another championship.”
the deal will pay torres $20 million annually through the 2030 season, and includes a full no-trade clause and performance bonuses tied to postseason performance. the yankees are expected to slide torres right back into his role at second base, anchoring a lineup that also features a resurgent anthony volpe and free-agent addition alex verdugo.
with this move, the yankees reaffirm their commitment to both offensive firepower and infield consistency—while giving fans a familiar face to rally behind in 2025 and beyond.
