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MLB trade rumors: Yankees' James Paxton deal sets market for Giants' Madison Bumgarner

The first offseason piece fell in place on Monday, when the Yankees traded for Seattle Mariners left-hander James Paxton.

But another southpaw could still be had, if the price is right: San Francisco Giants ace Madison Bumgarner.

MLB.com examines how the Paxton trade is shaping the Bumgarner trade market:

For many reasons, Paxton and Bumgarner are viewed as mirrors of each other. They are both left-handers, both entering their age-30 seasons, both heading into the later years of their careers and are both doing so with durability concerns.