"Yankees' Pitching Depth Takes Hit in 2023 MLB Rule 5 Draft"
The Kansas City Royals have selected pitcher Matt Sauer from the New York Yankees in the Rule 5 draft, adding him to their 40-man roster. Sauer, a 24-year-old California native, has shown promise as a starter in the minors but has also dealt with injuries. He must remain on the active MLB roster for the entire season or be offered back to the Yankees. In the minor league portion of the draft, the Royals acquired centerfielder Joe Gray Jr., left-handed pitcher Keylan Killgore, and second baseman Ryan Fitzgerald, while losing pitcher T.J. Sikkema, infielder Clay Dungan, and pitcher Wander Arias.