TAMPA, Fla. — The New York Yankees’ decision to bring Cody Bellinger back late in the offseason has undoubtedly impacted the future of center field prospect Spencer Jones. Standing at 6-foot-7, Jones is now likely to start the upcoming season in Triple-A with Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, barring injuries to other Yankee outfielders during spring training.
Had Bellinger chosen to sign with a different team—a possibility that loomed large for much of the winter—the Yankees could have had a more competitive scenario, allowing Jones and fellow prospect Jasson Dominguez a chance to vie for the left field spot this spring. With Bellinger on board, Jones’ immediate path to the majors is much more challenging despite his impressive performance last season, which included 35 home runs and 29 stolen bases across Double-A and Triple-A.
However, Jones’ potential remains bright. The Yankees are eyeing the 2026 MLB season, where there could be a starting role waiting for him with Trent Grisham expected to be a free agent by then. While Jones needs to work on reducing his strikeouts, he possesses the five-tool talent that speaks to his star potential.
In a light-hearted feature from NJ.com, Jones shared his personal favorites, revealing insights that paint a picture of his character beyond baseball. He named Selena Gomez as a teenage celebrity crush and cited his love for the movie “The Dark Knight” and actor Jim Carrey. Alongside his sporting aspirations, he enjoys hobbies like cooking and video games, particularly Star Wars Battlefront.
Jones’ local ties and experiences shape his identity as he recalls fond memories of playing cornhole, his favorite childhood vacation in Captiva Island, and even having a meaningful dream vacation on an African safari. With aspirations for travel to historical places like Athens and a future in baseball, Spencer Jones remains a player to watch in the coming seasons as he looks to make his mark in the major leagues. With the right opportunities, it’s not just the prospect of joining the Yankees in the future that excites fans, but also the potential for him to shine on the big stage.