Yankees Activate Justin Topa on Major League Deal
New York added right-hander Justin Topa to the active roster ahead of tonight's game after signing him to a major league contract.
The Yankees officially signed RHP Justin Topa, number 56, to a major league contract and selected him to the active roster prior to tonight's game. The move adds bullpen depth for New York. The transaction was announced via the official Yankees club account.
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