FanGraphs | Dan Szymborski: Why was the first trade deadline move for the Yankees the swap for Andrew Benintendi? The outfield needed some stabilization despite the MVP-caliber season from Aaron Judge. Joey Gallo is not an everyday player at this point, so the team needed another starter there, especially considering Giancarlo Stanton’s current injury. Even considering that Benintendi is not vaccinated for COVID-19 (he’s indicated that he might get it now), the team only has one more series in Toronto, and the odds are not in favor of the the two teams meeting the playoffs if the Yankees keep their hold on the division.
Around the Empire: Yankees news - 7/29/22
