Ex-Yankees arm’s risky Japan leap over Triple-A proving a smart choice

Yankees right-hander Nick Nelson pitched to a 4.79 ERA over 11 games as a rookie last season, then worked two scoreless innings over two Division Series outings against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Last Updated on October 31, 2025 at 7:40 am by Esteban Quiñones

NEW YORK — Nick Nelson’s gamble worked. The former Yankees pitcher, once trapped between the majors…

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