Yankees' Amed Rosario: From Mets to Yankees, His Favorite Things and More

The 30-year-old utility player is back with the Yankees after a circuit of trades and free-agent moves.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 4:41pm

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Amed Rosario, a 30-year-old utility player, is back with the New York Yankees after a journey that included stints with the Mets, Indians, Nationals, and Yankees. In a questionnaire, Rosario shared personal insights and preferences, from his childhood sports hero to his favorite vacation spot and more.

Why it matters

Rosario's mix of power against left-handed pitching and positional versatility make him an intriguing depth piece for the Yankees, who are hoping he can build on his strong finish to the 2025 season and potentially emerge as a breakout contributor.

The details

The Yankees nearly traded for Rosario before his deal to Cleveland in 2021, and they even pursued him as a free agent two winters ago. They finally acquired him from the Nationals last summer, excited to add a right-handed hitter who thrives against left-handed pitching and can play multiple positions. In 16 regular-season games with the Yankees, Rosario hit .303, and he went 3-for-10 in the postseason. After hitting free agency again, he re-signed with the Yankees on a one-year, $2.5 million deal.

  • The Yankees nearly traded for Rosario before his deal to Cleveland in January 2021.
  • The Yankees pursued Rosario as a free agent two winters ago.
  • The Yankees acquired Rosario from the Nationals last summer.
  • Rosario hit .303 in 16 regular-season games with the Yankees in 2025.
  • Rosario re-signed with the Yankees on a one-year, $2.5 million deal for the 2026 season.

The players

Amed Rosario

A 30-year-old utility player who has played for the Mets, Indians, Nationals, and Yankees.

New York Yankees

The Major League Baseball team that Rosario currently plays for.

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What they’re saying

“I went to Washington because I thought I'd play more there.”

— Amed Rosario, Player

The takeaway

With Rosario's mix of power against left-handed pitching and positional versatility, he could emerge as an underappreciated depth piece or even a potential breakout contributor for the Yankees in the 2026 season.