If the Yankees can't find a top-of-the-rotation arm between now and July 31, adding a lockdown relief pitcher may be the best way to improve an already excellent team.
While that may seem crazy, there's logic behind it. That's especially true when considering how teams in recent years have deployed bullpens in October.
When looking at the upcoming relief market, one arm stands out above all the others right now: San Diego Padres lefty Brad Hand.
There's already been connection between the Yankees and a possible pursuit of the strikeout artist.