In recent days, fans and some media circles have been talking about how the New York Yankees need to find a way to improve their infield defense, specifically the shortstop position. It’s true, Gleyber Torres, the starting shortstop, hasn’t been good at the position: this year, he had a -5.0 UZR, a -13.0 UZR/150 and -9 Defensive Runs Saved (DRS.)
DJ LeMahieu, a solid defensive second baseman, is set to enter free agency, and Gio Urshela, someone with a good defensive reputation but divisive statistical profile, is under contract.
SNY’s Andy Martino proposes an idea for the New York Yankees to improve the shortstop situation: re-sign DJ LeMahieu, bringing a defensive-minded shortstop and moving Gleyber to the hot corner.