The New York Yankees are still in the market for an outfielder, and while veteran Brett Gardner remains in play, the expectation is that they could consider alternative options.
The latest update on Gardner on their negotiations was a few weeks ago, as both sides feel confident they can strike a deal if they agree on a good price. General manager Brian Cashman is trying desperately to stay under the $210 million luxury tax threshold, and Gardner could be asking for $5+ million in 2021. Considering the Yankees bought him out at $2.5 million instead of paying him $10 million for next season, they likely aren’t willing to overspend.