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The New York Yankees are in dire need of rejuvenation. Their recent 5-0 defeat against the Atlanta Braves, marked by a single hit in 24 at-bats, underscores the urgency. The emerging consensus: it’s time to infuse fresh talent and let younger players shine.
Service Time Manipulation: A Barrier to Youth Promotion?
Speculation suggests the Yankees’ front office might be stalling for the service time manipulation date. Once this passes, promoting younger players won’t add to their service time, thus delaying their eligibility for free agency by six years.