The Boston Red Sox faithful have sadly lost another of their favorite sons to the New York Yankees. Following in the footsteps of legends like Babe Ruth, Roger

Boston eventually designated Smith for assignment and finished the year with the Cincinnati Reds. Now, he's joining the New York Yankees on a minor-league deal, according to YES Network's Jack Curry.

Smith spent the 2024 season with the Red Sox and the Cincinnati Reds. During his time in Boston, Smith quickly became well-liked among the fans. But once Triston Casas was activated from the injured list Boston designated Smith for assignment before ultimately releasing him.

The New York Yankees still have multiple positions to fill from this point until the start of the 2025 season. They need a second baseman (or third baseman, thanks to Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s versatility) and lefty relievers,