At some point, the New York Yankees will need to transition away from Franchy Cordero and potentially Willie Calhoun, considering he offers the team minimal defensive value. Calhoun has posted four hits in the last two games combined, showcasing why he was once considered a top prospect.
Manager Aaron Boone is confident in Calhoun, but he’s still only hitting .226 with a .273 OBP across nine games this year. The sample size is small, and the Yankees are willing to give him a bit more slack, but Cordero’s situation isn’t as optimistic.
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The Yankees will eventually need to drop Franchy:
Cordero, a 28-year-old with substantial MLB experience, is hitting a measly .