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The discussion around the Yankees' involvement in the free agent market illustrates a larger strategy at play. It’s a tactic employed by both agents and teams alike to keep the competition guessing and create a fear of missing out. By suggesting multiple teams are involved, agents can drive up the bidding, ensuring their clients receive the highest possible payouts.
The ramifications of this are significant. While one side might believe they are out of contention for a player, revealing this information can hinder their leverage in negotiations. The fear is that if big competitors like the Yankees are perceived to be out of the race, it could create a ripple effect that diminishes the value of negotiations across the board.