The Yankees added to continuing their theme of adding young(er) guys to their player pool by plucking Darrell Rasner off waivers. Over the last couple of months, the Yanks have picked up some guys from the Independent leagues, signed Jose Veras from the Domincan League and have now added Rasner. I like the move - it didn't cost the Yankees anything to pick up a young pitcher who has performed well in all the levels he's been put at. I've actually seen him when he pitched with the Senators (I used to live in Harrisburg) and I thought he had good stuff then. If he continues to perform, he could be of use to the major league club and if not, could certainly be used as a trade chip in the future.In order to pick up Rasner, they had to designate right-handed pitcher Jason Anderson for assignment. Scout.com checks in with their thoughts on the move:

Considering their glut of older fringe, big league players on their 40-man roster, it is difficult to understand why the Nationals would let go a legitimate young pitching prospect like Rasner. Granted, this former 2nd round pick doesn't profile as a front of the rotation starter in the big leagues, but he does offer the potential to be a back end starter that can eat innings, throw strikes, and give consistent outings with each of his appearances.

Also, in an quick turnaround, Travis Nelson over at Pending Pinstripes has done a prospect analysis on Darrell. Head on over and check it out.