Part 5/7:
Exploring New Signings
The hosts named several players they hope the Yankees would pursue, including offensive powerhouses such as Teoscar Hernández, Lars Nootbar, and Josh Naylor. They believe that by strategically acquiring players, the Yankees can sufficiently offset the lost war value that Soto would have provided.
Alex stressed the importance of signing players who can contribute to both offense and defense, saying: “You have to find a number two hitter to set Aaron Judge up. We can't settle for solo shots anymore.”
Ryan reiterated the significance of creating balance within the lineup. He highlighted concerns about remaining injury-prone players versus those whose performance remains consistent, sharing insights about the metrics that support potential acquisitions.