While reports indicated that New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman had been scouring the market for potential trade partners regarding pitchers, it was certainly a surprise to see outfielder Marcell Ozuna’s name pop up in connection with the Bombers.
Recently, Cincinnati Reds star Luis Castillo and Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Jameson Taillon have both been connected to the Yankees, but adding Ozuna to the list throws a wrench into our expectations. The outfield seems to be settled for the Yankees, with the exception of Brett Gardner potentially returning on a one-year deal.
However, the expectation was that Clint Frazier would be a regular starter moving forward, and with Ozuna seeking a four-year deal, according to Hector Gomez of Z Deportes, Cashman might just be meddling in exterior business.