The Yankees have been playing the waiting game all offseason, hoping prices for free-agent infielders would drop. That patience, however, has led to them missing out on several high-upside targets, with Yoan Moncada being the latest to sign elsewhere.
The Los Angeles Angels secured the former White Sox third baseman on a one-year, $5 million deal this week, leaving the Yankees with dwindling options as spring training nears.
Moncada Was a Risk Worth Taking
While Moncada’s injury history made him a risky addition, his upside was clear. He played only 12 games in 2024 but managed a .