The Yankees' organization successfully improved their struggling team during the trade deadline by acquiring seven players without giving up top prospects. Key additions included right-handed hitters and relievers to strengthen the lineup and bullpen. Despite praise for the trade decisions, some observers noted the potential risk of not acquiring an additional starter. General manager Brian Cashman remained optimistic about the team's improvements, stating that they were better than before the trades were made. However, concerns were raised internally regarding the absence of a new starting pitcher.
General manager Brian Cashman was able to avoid surrendering any of his top prospects as he efficiently addressed major shortcomings on his struggling club with the addition of seven players.
Cashman did a really good job not trading anyone [they'll] miss... They threaded the needle [with prospects dealt] pretty perfectly.
I know we have improved ourselves... I know we're better today than we were yesterday, so mission accomplished there.
They absolutely played with fire by not getting another starter.
Collection
[
|
...
]