Evans last appeared in the majors with the Rangers back in 2021. The 26-year-old right-hander compiled a solid 3.82 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 44/22 K/BB ratio across 33 innings (32 appearances) last year at Triple-A Round Rock. He's a worthwhile gamble for the Yankees as extra relief depth.

Evans had been designated for assignment but has cleared waivers and will stick around in the organization.

Evans was waived to make space on the 40-man roster for Steven Duggar. The 25-year-old right-hander had yet to appear in the majors this season, posting a 7.50 ERA across 12 innings in Triple-A. 

Evans struggled to a 5.13 ERA and 1.52 WHIP in 26 1/3 innings of relief last season for Texas. The 25-year-old right-hander will function as organizational bullpen depth in 2022.