The Yankees currently have a hole in LF. While Oswaldo Cabrera definitely has a shot to be a productive everyday left-fielder, they may prefer him in a utility role. It’s clear the Yankees want a left-handed bat that can give them a spark in the middle of their lineup and provide some extra HR power.
They haven’t found the perfect match between someone who can play a serviceable left field and consistently hit, but perhaps looking to a former Yankee killer could give them the boost they need. Austin Meadows had a difficult season out in the Motor City with the Tigers, struggling with injury and mental health issues that sidelined him for the majority of the season.