After the New York Yankees‘ wave of roster moves (following the MLB trade deadline), two controversial players have been demoted to the minors in the form of Jasson Dominguez and Anthony Volpe.
First, let’s recap the recent roster moves, in case you missed it. The two biggest trade additions for the Yankees were acquiring Heliot Ramos from the Giants and Luis Garcia Jr. from the Nationals.
Also, late Monday night, after the Yankees’ 13-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals in the first game of their series, the announcement was made that George Lombard Jr. would be getting called up to make his MLB debut.
So, as a result of those recent decisions, Jasson Dominguez (along with Anthony Volpe) is being optioned to the minor leagues for the time being.
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Jasson Dominguez Headed to Minors
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JULY 30: Jasson DomÃnguez #24 of the New York Yankees slides into third base during the eleventh inning against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on July 30, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jessie Alcheh/Getty Images)
“The Martian” is headed down to the minor leagues as a corresponding move to Heliot Ramos, who will likely be activated by the Yankees on Tuesday afternoon.
New York Yankees X account wrote (on 8/3) following their loss to the Cardinals:
More on Jasson Dominguez’s Season/Career
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 17: Jose Caballero #72 and Jasson Dominguez #24 of the New York Yankees jog towards the dugout during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Yankee Stadium on July 17, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
Jasson DomÃnguez was once one of the top prospects in all of MLB, but he just hasn’t really panned out thus far.
In 2026, he’s batting .230 with six home runs, 14 RBI, and an OPS+ of 86 over 200 at-bats. He was called on to get more opportunities with Aaron Judge being on the IL.
However, perhaps the more puzzling thing is if the Yankees knew they were going to option him, and bring in Heliot Ramos, why wasn’t Jasson Dominguez traded ahead of the deadline as well?
Over 668 career at-bats, Dominguez has batted .243 with 22 home runs, 33 doubles, and an OPS+ of 95.
For the time being, he will remain with the Yankees’ AAA club.
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