The New York Yankees made a pair of notable roster moves on Monday, bolstering both their pitching staff and catching depth.

Left-hander Ryan Yarbrough was activated from his rehab assignment , while catcher J.C. Escarra was recalled from Triple-A for another opportunity.

Both moves provide stability for different reasons, as the Yankees continue tinkering with their roster ahead of the stretch run.

It’s a reminder of how critical depth becomes late in the season when injuries and fatigue can quickly test a team.

J.C. Escarra gets another look

Escarra , 30, has played 40 games in the majors this season, though his offensive production has been limited overall.

He’s hitting .202/.296/.333 with 11 RBIs, carrying a 78 wRC+, meaning he’s been 22% below league average at the plate.

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