As has been the custom over his last few seasons, veteran right-hander Charlie Morton talked things over with his wife after the 2024 campaign to figure out whether or not he would again try to ramp up for another run. This time, however, Morton might’ve on some level made his decision even before his 2024 season was over. Morton told MLB.com’s Jake Rill and other reporters … [Read more...] about AL East Notes: Morton, Rays, Neander, Yankees
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Yankees struggling to dump bad pitching contract
John Jones-USA TODAY SportsJohn Jones-USA TODAY Sports The Yankees have been trying to move Marcus Stroman and his $18.5 million salary for the 2025 season, but like trying to sell a car with a faulty engine, the market hasn’t been particularly enthusiastic. Stroman’s deal comes with a significant caveat: if he pitches more than 140 innings this season, it triggers a … [Read more...] about Yankees struggling to dump bad pitching contract
Yankees’ infield solution could be elite defender and base runner
Sam Navarro-Imagn ImagesSam Navarro-Imagn Images As the Yankees sift through their options to patch up the infield, Ha-Seong Kim emerges as an intriguing candidate. He’s not the flashiest name on the market, but Kim’s skill set might just make him a perfect utility knife for a team in need of versatility, defense, and a bit of base-path magic.Steady at the Plate, … [Read more...] about Yankees’ infield solution could be elite defender and base runner
Yankees’ bullpen strikeout machine demanding raise—poised for a breakout in 2025
Rafael Suanes-Imagn ImagesRafael Suanes-Imagn Images The Yankees might just have a hidden gem in Mark Leiter Jr., who showed flashes of quality in 2024 but struggled to keep the ball in the yard. At 33 years old, Leiter’s career has been something of a winding road, but with a few tweaks to his pitch usage, he could be primed for a breakout campaign in 2025.A Tale of … [Read more...] about Yankees’ bullpen strikeout machine demanding raise—poised for a breakout in 2025
Yankees’ four-player mock trade addresses 2 criticial holes on roster
Matt Blewett-Imagn ImagesMatt Blewett-Imagn Images Right now the Yankees are in a bit of a pickle, as they’re looking to improve their infield without significantly adding to their payroll unless they’re able to move veteran starter Marcus Stroman. They also have a lackluster bench, as their backup catcher role was vacated when they acquired Fernando Cruz from the … [Read more...] about Yankees’ four-player mock trade addresses 2 criticial holes on roster