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Yankees will likely have to trade prospect to offload bad pitching contract

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Vincent Carchietta-Imagn ImagesVincent Carchietta-Imagn Images The Yankees are staring down a tough reality with Marcus Stroman. After a disappointing 2024 season and an $18.5 million salary attached for 2025, the veteran right-hander has become more of a financial anchor than an asset. General manager Brian Cashman is in a bind, and moving Stroman off the books will … [Read more...] about Yankees will likely have to trade prospect to offload bad pitching contract

Yankees’ new centerfielder could have an explosive rookie season

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Sep 8, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees center fielder Jasson Dominguez (89) at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports The Yankees are banking on Jasson Dominguez to bring a spark to their lineup in 2025, and there’s every reason to believe he’s capable of delivering. With power from both sides of the plate, solid bat speed, and a … [Read more...] about Yankees’ new centerfielder could have an explosive rookie season

Yankees could pull off late trade with Cubs to address serious infield void

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Patrick Gorski-Imagn ImagesPatrick Gorski-Imagn Images As the Yankees seek to fortify their infield ahead of the 2025 season, one intriguing option could be Chicago Cubs’ second baseman, Nico Hoerner. Known for his elite defensive abilities and solid base-running, Hoerner would give the Yankees a reliable presence at second base, a position they’ve struggled to lock … [Read more...] about Yankees could pull off late trade with Cubs to address serious infield void

The Yankees cannot fail to capitalize on advantageous situation

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Erik Williams-Imagn ImagesErik Williams-Imagn Images As things stand right now, the National League is a gauntlet for any contender trying to reach the World Series, and while the Yankees have been affected by this exodus of stars in the American League, they’re not in a bad spot. If the 2025 season were simulated 100 times, the most frequent AL pennant winner would … [Read more...] about The Yankees cannot fail to capitalize on advantageous situation