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"We’re going to town,” Cashman said. “We’re going to do everything we possibly can to improve ourselves and try to match up."
Speaking to reporters after the team designated veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu for assignment, Cashman was asked about how the front office plans to approach the trade deadline. Cashman gave a rather bold response, indicating the team would be actively seeking out upgrades and indicated the focus would be on pitching, as well as an infielder.
The New York Yankees could look to be aggressive at the trade deadline to ensure a deep run in October. Could they part with Spencer Jones?
The Yankees’ needs as the trade deadline looms aren’t exactly a well-kept secret. Gerrit Cole had Tommy John surgery before the season. Clarke Schmidt looks headed for the same fate.
The New York Yankees designated DJ LeMahieu for assignment on Wednesday. General manager Brian Cashman spoke on how the team will approach the trade deadline after the move.
The Yankees aren’t moving Jazz Chisholm back to second base just for one night. Aaron Boone revealed to Talkin’ Yanks on Tuesday that the 2025 All-Star, who had been playing third base since he returned from an oblique injury last month, will be the team’s second baseman moving forward.
You can never have enough starting pitching. No one knows that better than New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman, who finds himself shopping for an arm