The New York Yankees suffered a defeat to the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night, positioning themselves in a likely seller role for the 6 PM trade deadline on Tuesday. The Yankees’ missed opportunities to push for a Wild Card spot and boost their lineup with substantial additions have raised questions about the strategic approach of general manager Brian Cashman.
Challenging Times for the Yankees
As the majority of desirable players have been snapped up by rival teams, Cashman’s strategy seems to rest on the surfacing of value-based rental options. However, even with the impressive Aaron Judge in their lineup, the Yankees currently appear unlikely to secure victories in the postseason or even to make it to the playoffs.