In a trade deadline surprise, the New York Yankees are moving toward a deal for Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo. YES Network's Jack Curry first reported the development.
Curry reports the Yankees will send two prospects, right-handed pitcher Alexander Vizcaino and outfielder Kevin Alcantara, to the Cubs in return. As the Yankees try to avoid the luxury tax threshold, he also reports that the Cubs will cover Rizzo's salary.
This latest lineup infusion comes a day after the Yankees traded prospects for Rangers slugger Joey Gallo.