Williams was called up from Triple-A Louisville on Thursday, C. Trent Reosecrans of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

In a corresponding move, Jesse Winker (shoulder) was put on the 10-day disabled list and Alex Blandino (knee) was transferred to the 60-day DL. Williams could step into playing time upon his arrival, barring the return of Scott Schebler (shoulder) prior to Thursday's series opener versus the Phillies. Across 87 games with Louisville, Williams slashed .280/.341/.418 with six home runs, 30 RBI and five stolen bases.

Williams (chin) will start in center field and bat ninth in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the White Sox, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic Cincinnati reports.

EDGE Analysis

According to Rosecrans, Williams, who suffered a cut on his chin after taking a foul ball to the chin Saturday against the Rockies, required two stitches to seal the gash. With X-rays coming back negative for Williams, he'll be able to return to the lineup a day later as he attempts to make his case for a backup outfield gig.

Williams was hit in the mouth by a foul ball during Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Rockies, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams was initially examined in the dugout before being taken away in a cart while holding a towel over his mouth. The severity of the issue, and how long it may keep him sidelined, should clear up in the coming days as he's reevaluated.

Williams signed a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training with the Reds on Friday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams spent a majority of the 2017 season with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, hitting .263 with a .627 OPS and 30 RBI in 106 games. He also appeared in five contests with the Yankees, and went 4-for-17 at the plate during his brief opportunity. He will look to latch on with the Reds out of spring training, but will likely begin the year back in Triple-A.

Williams was outrighted to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Williams was designated for assignment last Thursday but passed through waivers and was not the subject of trade interest, so the Yankees will hang onto him at Triple-A until they need him again. The once hyped prospect's biggest asset is his speed, so perhaps if he can earn a prolonged opportunity in the majors, he can add some stolen bases to desperate mixed-league players. However, even though he's still only 25 years old, he'll need to develop the other pieces of his offensive game to regain momentum for his future.

Williams was designated for assignment Thursday, The New York Post's Joel Sherman reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams was just optioned down to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Monday following 10 days with the Yankees. During his time in the majors, the 26-year-old went 4-for-16 with one RBI and three runs. He has played fine at the Triple-A level this year, but hasn't shown much power with just one home run and 19 RBI in 251 plate appearances. Even though the Yankees are pretty banged up at this moment, there doesn't seem to be a clear role for Williams with the team.

Williams was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Williams is the roster casualty with Jacoby Ellsbury (concussion) returning from the DL, but performed rather well in five games with the team. The 25-year-old hit .250 with one RBI and three runs scored and also snagged two stolen bases. Regardless, Williams returns to Triple-A, where he owns a .243/.289/.275 slash line through 59 games.

Williams is on his way to join the Yankees in Oakland, Sweeny Murti of Sports Radio 66 WFAN reports.

EDGE Analysis

This likely means Aaron Hicks (Achilles) is unavailable at least Friday, and the move to bring Williams up might just be Hicks going to the 10-day disabled list, though that hasn't been confirmed. Williams, meanwhile, may occupy center field or left field on the regular until Jacoby Ellsbury (concussion) returns, which could happen within the next week. Williams has 12 stolen bases in 59 games at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this year but has underwhelmed at the plate (.243/.289/.275 without a home run in 242 plate appearances). He'll offer more fantasy utility in AL-only formats than mixed leagues.

Williams was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the first few weeks of camp with patellar tendon inflammation in his knee, the 25-year-old only made two appearances before being sent back to Triple-A. He was in contention for a reserve outfield role coming into camp, but the extensive time he missed essentially knocked him out of the running for a bench job. Williams has played 20 games with the Yankees over the past two seasons, and could work his way back to the big league club in 2017 if he produces at Triple-A.

Williams (knee) will start in center field and bat eighth in the lineup for Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Rays, Pete Caldera of The Record reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams has been sidelined throughout Grapefruit League play while recovering from patellar tendon inflammation in his knee, but the young outfielder has steadily increased his on-field activities in recent days and finally seems to have received a clean bill of health. While the 25-year-old will now have a couple weeks to audition for a reserve role in the outfield, it's possible that the extensive time he's missed knocked him out of the running for a bench job.