Open Extended ReactionsThe Yankees traded for outfielder Austin Slater from the White Sox on Wednesday, as New York continues to bolster a roster currently without superstar outfielder Aaron Judge ahead of Thursday's trade deadline. Slater has started 15 games in right field, nine in left field and one as designated hitter this season. The Yankees optioned catcher J.C. Escarra to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to make room on the active roster for Slater. Escarra, a 30-year-old rookie, was one of three left-handed-hitting catchers on the Yankees' roster. In addition to Slater and Rosario, the Yankees have traded for veteran third baseman Ryan McMahon in the past week.