After the Chicago Cubs shockingly gave up on their No. 18 prospect, bullpen fireballer Michael Arias, the New York Yankees moved quickly to acquire him.

In order to make right-hander Colin Rea’s signing official Monday, the Cubs designated pitching prospect Michael Arias for assignment. Rea’s one-year deal is worth $5 million, a source confirmed, and it includes a club option for 2026. The veteran could provide depth for the Cubs both at the back end of the rotation and in the bullpen.

The New York Yankees added some depth and upside to their farm system, acquiring right-handed pitcher Michael Arias in a trade with the Chicago Cubs, the team announced Wednesday. In exchange for Arias,

For the second time this offseason, the New York Yankees have swiped a very recently minted top prospect from the Chicago Cubs. This time, the move wasn't years in the making like the case of Brennen Davis' sad injury travails;