The New York Yankees have signed veteran right-hander Paul Blackburn to a big-league contract, the team announced on Thursday afternoon. Blackburn has been added to the major-league roster, with the Yankees clearing a roster spot for him by optioning fellow right-handed pitcher Allan Winans to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.

After the New York Mets designated Paul Blackburn for assignment, he landed pretty close to Queens after being picked up by a rival.

Right-hander Paul Blackburn turned in the best pitching performance the Mets have received all week. He was rewarded by being designated for assignment Saturday.

With Nolan McLean gearing up for his MLB debut on Saturday, the Mets were forced to make a corresponding move and they've made it, designating Paul Blackburn for assignment.