- Thu Dec 05, 2024 10:53 am
#2706
Yankees Offseason: Soto, or a Rotation Shakeup?
The Yankees' interest in Juan Soto isn't surprising, but their meetings with Max Fried and Corbin Burnes raise some eyebrows. Is this due diligence, or are the Yankees preparing for a Plan B? If Soto commands upwards of $600 million, is it wiser to bolster the rotation and address other lineup needs with the savings?
Imagine a rotation with Cole, Fried/Burnes, Rodon… That's a serious contender. But with existing hefty contracts, can the Yankees afford such a pitching powerhouse? Would it necessitate trading Stroman or Cortes? Is Hal Steinbrenner truly ready for another deep dive into the luxury tax pool?
Fried and Burnes both come with qualifying offer baggage. Is that a worthwhile cost for pitchers of their caliber? Fried's consistent excellence and groundball tendencies are enticing. Burnes offers durability and, despite a dip in strikeouts, remains highly effective. Who presents the better value? Who fits the Yankees better?
Let's not forget other names swirling around: Willy Adames at third or second base. How would he fit into this puzzle?
The Yankees have some tough choices to make. What's the best path forward for this team? Share your thoughts and let the debate begin!
The Yankees' interest in Juan Soto isn't surprising, but their meetings with Max Fried and Corbin Burnes raise some eyebrows. Is this due diligence, or are the Yankees preparing for a Plan B? If Soto commands upwards of $600 million, is it wiser to bolster the rotation and address other lineup needs with the savings?
Imagine a rotation with Cole, Fried/Burnes, Rodon… That's a serious contender. But with existing hefty contracts, can the Yankees afford such a pitching powerhouse? Would it necessitate trading Stroman or Cortes? Is Hal Steinbrenner truly ready for another deep dive into the luxury tax pool?
Fried and Burnes both come with qualifying offer baggage. Is that a worthwhile cost for pitchers of their caliber? Fried's consistent excellence and groundball tendencies are enticing. Burnes offers durability and, despite a dip in strikeouts, remains highly effective. Who presents the better value? Who fits the Yankees better?
Let's not forget other names swirling around: Willy Adames at third or second base. How would he fit into this puzzle?
The Yankees have some tough choices to make. What's the best path forward for this team? Share your thoughts and let the debate begin!