NEW YORK (AP) — Looking for right-handed bats, the New York Yankees agreed to a $2.5 million, one-year contract to retain utilityman Amed Rosario, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.

The person spoke on condition of anonymity Saturday because the agreement was subject to a successful physical.

New York acquired Rosario from Washington on July 26 for right-hander Clayton Beeter and minor league outfielder Browm Martinez. Rosario hit .303 with one homer and five RBIs in 33 at-bats over 16 games. He became a free agent after the World Series.

Rosario played shortstop, second base, shortstop, third base and right field last season and manager Aaron Boone could platoon him at third with Ryan McMahon, obtained from Colorado on July 25 .

Rosario hit .302 with

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