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Yankees Lag Behind Rivals, Eyeing New Talent
25 Feb
Summary
- Yankees re-signed Bellinger and traded for Weathers.
- Division rivals made significant roster improvements.
- Yankees seek a right-handed catcher or outfielder.
The New York Yankees' offseason moves have been notably less aggressive compared to their American League East competitors. While they secured Cody Bellinger and acquired Ryan Weathers, rivals such as the Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox, and Baltimore Orioles have made substantial roster enhancements. The Blue Jays added Dylan Cease and Kazuma Okamoto, the Red Sox traded for Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras, and the Orioles brought in Pete Alonso and Ryan Helsley.
With Spring Training underway, the Yankees are reportedly still evaluating potential additions to their lineup. According to reports, the team is interested in acquiring a right-handed hitting catcher or outfielder. Names like Randal Grichuk have been previously linked, with other potential platoon options including Starling Marte, Tommy Pham, Manuel Margot, and Hunter Renfroe. For the catcher position, veteran free agents Christian Vazquez and Elias Diaz are among the available right-handed hitters. Should no external acquisitions be made, Amed Rosario and Paul Goldschmidt are positioned as right-handed pinch-hitting options for crucial moments.
