Yankees' Jasson Dominguez Addresses Triple-A Possibility

The young outfielder is facing a tough roster crunch in New York.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Jasson Dominguez, the highly touted New York Yankees outfield prospect, acknowledged the possibility of starting the 2026 season in Triple-A due to the team's crowded outfield situation. Dominguez, 23, played regularly early last season but saw his playing time dwindle as the year went on. With the Yankees bringing back Cody Bellinger and Trent Grisham this offseason, Dominguez may find himself the odd man out to begin the year, despite his promising potential.

Why it matters

Dominguez was long considered one of the Yankees' top prospects, but the team's veteran-laden roster and win-now mentality could force the young outfielder to start the season in the minors. This highlights the difficult decisions teams face when balancing prospect development with immediate major league needs.

The details

The Yankees' outfield is crowded, with Aaron Judge, Cody Bellinger, and Trent Grisham expected to start. Giancarlo Stanton will be the regular DH, and the team also has Ben Rortvedt at first base and Austin Wells behind the plate. Dominguez played regularly early last season but saw his playing time diminish as the year went on.

  • Dominguez spoke with reporters at Yankees spring training on Sunday, February 16, 2026.
  • The 2026 MLB season is set to begin in April 2026.

The players

Jasson Dominguez

A highly touted 23-year-old outfield prospect in the New York Yankees organization.

Aaron Judge

The Yankees' starting center fielder and one of the team's veteran outfielders.

Cody Bellinger

An outfielder the Yankees re-signed this offseason to bolster their veteran outfield depth.

Trent Grisham

Another outfielder the Yankees re-signed this offseason to add to their experienced outfield group.

Giancarlo Stanton

The Yankees' regular designated hitter, who will take at-bats away from younger players like Dominguez.

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What they’re saying

“Obviously, I hear all of that, but I try not to focus on that. I try not to focus on that, because there is a Spring Training coming and this is baseball. A lot of things can happen.”

— Jasson Dominguez, Yankees Outfielder (MLB.com)

“They've got to do what's best for the team. Whatever decision they make, I'll be ready for.”

— Jasson Dominguez, Yankees Outfielder (MLB.com)

What’s next

Dominguez will need to have a strong spring training performance to convince the Yankees' coaching staff that he deserves a spot on the major league roster to start the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Dominguez's situation highlights the difficult decisions teams face when balancing prospect development with the need to field a veteran-laden, win-now roster. Despite his promising potential, the young outfielder may have to bide his time in the minors as the Yankees prioritize their experienced outfield options to start the 2026 campaign.