The New York Yankees may be facing troubling news regarding their ace, Gerrit Cole. Cole has been dealing with elbow discomfort, prompting the team to send him for additional testing. Reports indicate the Yankees are bracing for the worst while they await a second opinion. According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, the initial diagnosis suggests that Tommy John surgery could be necessary.
With Cole’s season uncertain as they wait for results, the Yankees might need to consider making a major trade to secure a potential replacement for their rotation, particularly if Luis Gil is sidelined for an extended period.
This Yankees-Padres trade would send a new ace to the Bronx amid Gerrit Cole injury news
A potential trade target for the Yankees could be San Diego Padres ace Dylan Cease. With Cease entering the final year of his contract, the Padres are reportedly looking to trade him, but the asking price has been too high for other teams to commit. However, with Cole’s injury concerns, the Yankees might now be in a position to make a move.
New York Yankees Receive:
- RHP Dylan Cease
San Diego Padres Receive:
- OF Spencer Jones
- RHP Bryce Cunningham
- LHP Brock Selvidge
Jones, 23, has superstar potential and is ready for the big leagues with power that could make an impact. However, with the Yankees’ deep outfield, especially if Jasson Dominguez develops as expected, Jones may struggle for playing time.
Cunningham, 22, was the Yankees’ second-round pick last season and shows promise, though he still has to prove himself at the professional level. Selvidge, also 22, has been dominant in his career but has faced more challenges as he’s advanced through the minors. He possesses a polished arsenal and good command.
For the Padres, this trade would bring in three talented prospects, any of whom could reach the majors soon. Jones might compete for an outfield spot as early as 2025, Cunningham may not break into the big leagues until 2026 or 2027, but Selvidge could contribute this season or next. These three would significantly enhance the Padres’ future.
For the Yankees, acquiring Cease would provide a legitimate ace to pair with Max Fried in their rotation. If Cole returns, New York would have a powerful trio of aces. If Cole is out for an extended period, Cease could step in and help stabilize the rotation for 2025, making this trade a major win either way.
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