The Yankees free agent reliever options are dwindling. David Robertson’s deal with the Phillies is reportedly for two years, $23 million — with a $12 million option for a third year that includes a $2 million buyout.
This departure marks the second time that the Yanks and Robertson were unable to reach an agreement; the first coming back in 2014 when he signed with the Chicago White Sox. Likely due to the excessive costs demanded by Robertson; the Yankees might have viewed his asking price as too high, but an irrational thought.
Robertson’s new contract will pay him $10 million next season, which is $3 million less than what he earned in 2018.