Yankees Former Pitcher Could Join Team in Adviser Role

Even if someone doesn't spend a lot of time in an organization as a player, that doesn't mean they might not be utilized with that franchise after they're done competing on the field.

It seems like that could happen for the New York Yankees.

According to ESPN.com, general manager Brian Cashman is having conversations with Corey Kluber about potentially joining the team in an adviser role.

"We've had brief conversation. Obviously, threw a no-hitter for us and had real big impact on our clubhouse when he was here. Just the beginning of conversions," he said.

Kluber recently announced his retirement after pitching in the MLB for 13 years.

He was one of the game's best starters, winning two AL Cy Young Awards with Cleveland in 2014 and 2017 after leading the American League in wins (18) and other advanced statistics both of those seasons.

Kluber joined the Yankees on a one-year deal prior to 2021, but a strain to his right shoulder muscle in May landed him on the 60-day injured list and he only was able to start 16 games.

Still, he finished his tenure in New York with a 3.83 ERA and the memorable no-hitter that Cashman alluded to in his statement.

After leaving the Yankees, he played two more years with the Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox before deciding to retire.

Kluber was a fan favorite across pretty much every stop throughout his career and was a well-liked teammate, so it's not surprising to see him get potential opportunities within organizations. 

Cashman made sure to say these conversations are at the beginning stages, but it certainly would be enticing to bring him on board in whatever capacity this adviser role would entail.