The Yankees might be active buyers at the trade deadline, potentially focusing on improving their pitching. With two former Yankees possibly available, could New York be looking at a reunion?
The Yankees Could Consider Two Former Pitchers At The Trade Deadline
The Yankees boast a well-structured pitching staff, both in the starting rotation and the bullpen, though pitching remains a perennial topic of discussion. The team’s overall ERA stands at 3.58, with the bullpen posting a 3.51 ERA in the American League.
Fox Sports ranks the Yankees’ starting rotation second in the majors, with opponents hitting just .226 against them. As the trade deadline approaches, the Yankees might reassess their staff for potential improvements.
The situation with Luis Gil and Nestor Cortes appears to be stabilizing, with both pitchers feeling comfortable in their roles. However, Gil’s reliability in crucial October games remains uncertain, and the bullpen could be a viable option for either pitcher. There’s also a question of whether two former Yankees could bring value to the team.
Former Yankees Starter Could Be On The Market From Queens In The Trade Deadline
The New York Mets are uncertain about their position as the 2024 trade deadline approaches. Initially, they were out of contention and prepared to sell. However, they’ve turned things around and now hold a wild card spot.
A poor stretch could quickly turn the Mets into sellers. The front office is hesitant to lose Luis Severino’s trade value. Severino is under contract through 2024, after which he will become a free agent.
Having spent nearly his entire career in New York City, Severino played eight of his nine seasons with the Yankees and is now with the Mets. He could be a valuable asset for the Yankees if they need another starter.
Currently, Nestor Cortes and Luis Gil are effective in their roles, but both could also pitch out of the bullpen. Adding Severino to the rotation could allow Cortes and Gil to be used as long relievers and set-up men.
This season, Severino has a 7-3 record with a 3.58 ERA over 115 innings.
Former Yankees Reliever Could Be Major Help To The Back-end Of The New York Bullpen
The Yankees’ bullpen could use some improvement, particularly in the latter stages of games. When Clay Holmes pitches in consecutive games and earns saves, New York requires a backup option for the following day.
Kirby Yates with an easy 1-2-3 inning. Struck out the first two batters pic.twitter.com/BuNVzrbboW
— Rangers Nation ⚾️ (@rangers__nation) July 17, 2024
If Texas continues its current trajectory, former Yankees pitcher Kirby Yates might be available for trade. Yates, who will become a free agent at the end of the season, has considerable value. He has had an excellent year, earning an All-Star appearance. The right-hander has made 35 appearances, pitching 35 1/3 innings, and has achieved 17 saves with a 100% success rate. Additionally, he boasts an impressive 1.02 ERA.
With a decade of major league experience, including one season with the Yankees, Yates could bolster the Yankees’ bullpen. Having both Holmes and Yates as closers would strengthen the bullpen, especially during the postseason.
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