The New York Yankees are rumored to be pursuing a high-octane closer to bolster their bullpen as they address roster gaps. Despite strong starting pitching, the bullpen remains a concern ahead of the trade deadline.
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The New York Yankees are one of the best teams in the Majors, but there are a few holes on their roster.
New York's starting pitchers, arguably, have been the best in baseball. There are injury concerns about Max Fried, but Carlos Rodon just returned from the injured list, and Gerrit Cole is not far behind in his rehab assignment.
The bullpen, however, is another story. FanSided's Chris Landers tabbed the Philadelphia Phillies as potential sellers if they cannot turn their season around before the trade deadline.
The Yankees are rumored to be interested in acquiring a high-octane closer to strengthen their bullpen.
The Yankees' bullpen has been a concern despite their strong starting pitching, prompting them to seek reinforcements.
Yes, the Philadelphia Phillies are considered potential sellers if they do not improve their performance before the trade deadline.
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Landers named Phillies closer Jhoan Duran as a trade target for the Yankees.
"He's admittedly awesome, but he's also a reliever, and he just so happens to be the biggest trade chip that the Phillies have to play. If it comes time to retool for the future, is it really worth hanging on to a closer who will be a free agent after the 2027 season?" Landers wrote.
"We know that the Yankees were interested in prying the righty from the Twins before Philly swooped in at last year's deadline, and they're very much in need of some more high-octane stuff at the back of their bullpen."
The Yankees were linked to Duran at last year's deadline, but they acquired David Bednar from the Pittsburgh Pirates instead.
The acquisition of Bednar has worked out well for the Yankees, but adding more velocity to the bullpen equation could help in the postseason.
A trade like this would shorten games and create a dynamic one-two punch for manager Aaron Boone.