Jake Sanford: Released by Yankees

Sanford was released by the Yankees' rookie-league affiliate Thursday.

Sanford played in 101 games between the Single-A and High-A clubs last year and slashed .285/.356/.467 with 16 home runs, 61 RBI, 56 runs and four steals. It's not yet clear whether the 24-year-old will find an opportunity with another club.