Yankees Select Cade Winquest in Rule 5 Draft

ORLANDO, FLA -- The New York Yankees made their first selection in the Rule 5 draft since 2011 Wednesday. In the first round of the Rule 5 draft, the Yankees selected right-hander Cade Winquest from the St. Louis Cardinals.

Winquest's selection is primarily based on his encouraging performance in 2025, especially after a mid-season promotion to Double-A …