The AL East squad picked the left handed kid in the late round of the 2026 MLB Draft. Luke turned a bit older in July. The old pro, a former pitcher for the club, once worked the mound. In 2024, a shoulder problem ended Luke's pitching career. The club moved him to hitting instead. Talent men still track his arm and swing strength. The Bombers have now added three Pettitte sons to the team. The club confirmed the selection on July 12, 2026.
That player comes out of the recent draft class, and the team views him as a versatile piece. Halfway through his past season, the muscle issue surfaced, prompting a complete pivot to the batter's box. Exit velocity hold among his main trait, and the room sees a backup path. That kid now joins a wider pipeline of family already inside the system. Verified on July 12, 2026, the pick extends that trend for the New York side.