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Newsweek
17-07-2025
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Yankees Predicted to Swing 8-Player Blockbuster Trade in 13 Days
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The New York Yankees stumbled into the All-Star break, giving up their division lead to the Toronto Blue Jays and exposing several weaknesses on the roster. Now the team is left to plug those holes with external additions where they can before the trade deadline. And general manager Brian Cashman has vowed to do so. "Whether it's bullpen guys or starting pitchers, it's just all of it," Cashman said of where the team will look to improve, per ESPN's Jorge Castillo. "We have people that are capable, but I think it also needs to get some help. And if I can do so, great. ... We're going to be fully engaged and see where it takes us." As the Yankees look for a holistic overhaul that can improve numerous positions of the roster ahead of a playoff run, there could be one trade partner that can help. Pete Caldera of predicted that the Yankees would swing a massive deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks to bring in several reinforcements. BRONX, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during a press conference at Yankee Stadium on December 21, 2022 in Bronx, New York. (Photo by Dustin... BRONX, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during a press conference at Yankee Stadium on December 21, 2022 in Bronx, New York. (Photo by) More Satloff/Getty "One day before MLB's July 31 trade deadline, the Yankees land (Eugenio) Suarez, starter Merrill Kelly and lefty reliever Jalen Beeks from the Diamondbacks," Caldera projected. "In exchange, the Yankees send right-hander Clayton Beeter, top minor league pitching prospects Ben Hess and Bryce Cunningham, outfielder Everson Pereira and infielder Roc Riggio to Arizona." That trade might be ambitious, but the Diamondbacks do seem like one of the only likely sellers with answers to all of the Yankees' needs. Suarez earned an All-Star bid this season as one of the sport's best third basemen, while Kelly could serve as a key mid-rotation arm and Beeks as some critical relief reinforcement. Meanwhile, Caldera's projection would allow the Yankees to keep top prospects George Lombard Jr., Spencer Jones and Cam Schlittler, all of whom might be untouchable from the organization's perspective. But with just 13 days to go before Caldera's projected date, pulling off an eight-player deal like this will be complicated. More MLB: Dodgers Make Trade Decision Amid Tanner Scott 'Struggles'
Newsweek
10-07-2025
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- Newsweek
Yankees Eyeing 'Super Charge' Trade After Ditching DJ LeMahieu
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The New York Yankees took a clear stance by designating DJ LeMahieu for assignment despite the $22 million he is still owed. After dropping their lead in the American League East division to the Toronto Blue Jays amid a desperate skid, the Yankees are clearly going to make any moves they can to right the ship and contend for a World Series championship. Discussing the LeMahieu decision on Wednesday, general manager Brian Cashman explained that clearing a spot by ditching the veteran from the active roster was meant to open up room for a significant external addition. "I'm always interested in adding something that'll have big impact, that'll super charge us," Cashman said, when asked if the DFA was a sign that the Yankees are ready to "make some big moves," per Max Goodman of NJ Advance Media. BRONX, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during a press conference at Yankee Stadium on December 21, 2022 in Bronx, New York. (Photo by Dustin... BRONX, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during a press conference at Yankee Stadium on December 21, 2022 in Bronx, New York. (Photo by) More Satloff/Getty Moving on from LeMahieu is a clear signal the Yankees are hoping for an infield upgrade. After it was determined the veteran could no longer effectively defend second or third base, the team couldn't justify keeping him on the bench. But Cashman noted he is looking for additions at several roster spots. He mentioned starting pitching, relievers and the infield as areas the team hopes to fortify. "We're going to go to town," he said, according to Goodman. "We're going to do everything we possibly can to improve ourselves and try to match up and hopefully at the end of it all, we'll have whatever is here on this current roster remaining healthy and we'll add to it and be proud of that and take our shot." That might be a long shopping list, but with clear win-now expectations and a demonstrated willingness to make difficult roster decisions in the pursuit of meeting them, the Yankees are set for an active trade deadline. More MLB: Yankees' DJ LeMahieu Reacts to Harsh Roster Move He 'Didn't Ask For'
Newsweek
01-07-2025
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- Newsweek
Yankees Land $66 Million All-Star Slugger in 1-for-1 Trade Idea
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The New York Yankees' infield has not been great this year. DJ LeMahieu has been the primary second baseman since his return from the injured list. LeMahieu playing second base means Jazz Chisholm Jr. is playing at third base. However, he is not as strong a defender there. Meanwhile, LeMahieu is struggling defensively and is slashing .239/.312/.319. The Yankees could benefit from adding a better bat to the infield, and preferably a third baseman, so that Chisholm can go back to second base. BRONX, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during a press conference at Yankee Stadium on December 21, 2022 in Bronx, New York. BRONX, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during a press conference at Yankee Stadium on December 21, 2022 in Bronx, New Report's Joel Reuter proposed this trade that brings Eugenio Suárez to the Yankees from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for a prospect: Yankees receive: 3B Eugenio Suárez Diamondbacks receive: Carlos Lagrange (Yankees No. 17 prospect) The Diamondbacks may be the team to watch at this year's deadline. They entered Tuesday in fourth place in the National League West, and could soon fall out of the wild card race. Injuries to Corbin Burnes and Corbin Carroll have put them in a difficult spot. If they do become sellers, Suárez could be one of the first players to be dealt. He signed a seven-year, $66 million deal in 2018, and is playing on a $15 million club option this year. He is 33 years old and will hit the market after this season. Suárez has a .257/.324/.570 slash line this year. He has hit 26 home runs and has a NL-leading 69 RBIs. He could slot in as the everyday third baseman in the Bronx. He is a former All-Star and has hit over 300 career home runs. More MLB: Red Sox Trade Idea Would Pair $70 Million Infielder With Alex Bregman
Newsweek
27-06-2025
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- Newsweek
Yankees Predicted to Swing Blockbuster Trade for $70M All-Star Infielder
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The New York Yankees have a problem at second base as DJ LeMahieu has struggled defensively and at the plate. His playing of second base is also hurting the Yankees at third base, as Jazz Chisholm is a much stronger defender than him at second base, but is not a great defender in the hot corner, where he is having to play. The Yankees could be targeting a third baseman at the trade deadline, according to USA Today's Bob Nightengale. Adding a new face to man the hot corner would send LeMahieu to the bench and allow Chisholm to return to second base. Sports Illustrated's Nick Selbe predicted the Yankees would trade for Ryan McMahon of the Colorado Rockies. Selbe tabbed the Milwaukee Brewers, Kansas City Royals and Seattle Mariners as other suitors for McMahon. He was an All-Star last season and has hit 20-plus home runs in five consecutive full seasons. He is on pace to do so again this year. BRONX, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during a press conference at Yankee Stadium on December 21, 2022 in Bronx, New York. BRONX, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during a press conference at Yankee Stadium on December 21, 2022 in Bronx, New year, he slashed .242/.325/.397 with 20 home runs. This year, his average is down to .221, but his OPS is up slightly. The Rockies are poised to sell at the deadline, and McMahon could get them a good return. He is under club control through 2027 after signing a six-year, $70 million deal in 2022. He plays solid defense and has an All-Star nod under his belt. He could be a huge addition to the Yankees' lineup. Chisholm has hit .329/.390/.548 since his return from the injured list, but his defense at third base has been inconsistent. Getting McMahon to play third base would allow the Yankees to get the best version of Chisholm in the field and at the plate. More MLB: Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw Quietly Closing In On Historic Career Milestone
Newsweek
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Yankees' Brian Cashman Offers Trade Update After Brutal Injury
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The New York Yankees have seen a lot of roster overhaul since making the World Series last year, but that's unlikely to be enough for a return trip to the Fall Classic. With persistent championship-or-bust expectations, the Yankees are virtually guaranteed to try to improve their roster before the trade deadline. And one area in need of a boost has been unaddressed since well before opening day. After losing longtime second baseman Gleyber Torres in free agency, the Yankees started the season with Jazz Chisholm Jr. at the keystone and a rotating cast of utility options filling in at third base. Since then, the team has added veteran DJ LeMahieu to that mix, but it lost its primary hot corner option when Oswaldo Cabrera suffered a brutal ankle injury that likely ended his season. Now the Yankees are left with an even bigger hole at third and many fans expect the team to pursue a significant trade addition there, such as Nolan Arenado. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 18: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during the New York Yankees press conference to introduce Gerrit Cole at Yankee Stadium on December 18,... NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 18: New York Yankee general manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media during the New York Yankees press conference to introduce Gerrit Cole at Yankee Stadium on December 18, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by)Speaking at a recent charity event, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman provided a vague update on a potential trade following Cabrera's injury. "It's hard to make improvements this part of the season," Cashman said when asked about replacing Cabrera with an external addition, per the New York Post. "We've got what we've got. We'll assess it and move forward with opportunities as they start to present themselves at whatever positions they do." Cashman might have hesitated to be more specific as acknowledging the real need for an upgrade would only provide leverage to potential trading partners. But his admission that right now would be a hard time to upgrade rings true, as any trade is much more likely to cross the finish line just before the midseason deadline hits. As the Yankees continue their march toward another World Series appearance, fans can hold out hope for some kind of upgrade. Even if Cashman won't offer any specifics. More MLB: Insider Suggests Yankees Could Steal $120 Million All-Star From Red Sox Soon
