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Looking ahead, there’s cautious optimism about the Yankees' roster and their strategic planning. The belief is that they are banking on their strong pitching staff, especially assuming that Gerrit Cole recovers well from injury. The plan might involve holding back their ace until the second half of the season to maximize playoff success, similar to how the Dodgers managed Otani’s workload.
However, there’s an undercurrent of uncertainty about how aggressive the team will be this offseason in acquiring new talent. The emphasis on strategic patience suggests that the Yankees are waiting for the right moment to make impactful moves, hoping to contend once again for a championship.