The Yankees “ignored” industry-wide concerns about trade-deadline addition Jake Bird, according to scouts who spoke with one team beat writer. Jake Bird, who was acquired from the Colorado Rockies at the deadline last week, allowed six earned runs over two innings — including two home runs — before being optioned to Triple A on Tuesday.

Five days after being acquired to boost their bullpen for the stretch run, the New York Yankees are sending Jake Bird to Triple-A.

The Yankees optioned Jake Bird to Triple-A on Monday night after he gave up a three-run, game-winning home run against the Rangers. The move makes room for Mark Leiter Jr. on the roster as he returns from the injured list. It’s been a nightmarish start in pinstripes for Bird, whom the Yankees acquired from the Rockies on Thursday.