Yankees Re-Sign Paul Blackburn to One-Year Deal Worth Up To $2.5M

Paul Blackburn has re-signed with the New York Yankees on a one-year contract worth $2 million guaranteed, with incentives potentially reaching $2.5 million. The right-hander, 32, returns to the Bronx after joining late last season following his release by the Mets. He made eight regular season appearances for the Yankees, posting a 5.28 ERA in 15.1 innings, and pitched in the ALDS. Blackburn, who had a 6.85 ERA with the Mets before his release, will receive additional incentives for exceeding various innings pitched thresholds, starting at 80 IP, with a career-high of 111.1 IP in 2022.