Denorfia opted out of his minor-league contract with the Yankees on Sunday and will become a free agent.

EDGE Analysis

The non-roster invitee was aiming to win a reserve outfield spot for the Yankees, but a .200/.259/.320 batting line over his 27 plate appearances in spring training proved to be his undoing. The 35-year-old will see if he can find a clearer path to the majors with another organization.