ESPN: Yankees Make a $70 Million Trade Offer Replace Oswaldo Cabrera.
The New York Yankees, who had a disastrous start to the season due to injuries, have only grown worse. The Yankees are in worse need of an infielder than ever after losing many key players in recent weeks, such as Jazz Chisholm and Oswaldo Cabrera. It’s unclear how long Cabrera will be out and Chisholm is anticipated to return, but the Yankees still need an infielder whether or not both of them play at the level they want.
More precisely, the Yankees are in need of a third baseman, and Ryan McMahon of the Colorado Rockies might be able to provide one.
Rekindled Interest
Athlon Sports has suggested that the Rockies move him to New York while considering trade options for the Yankees. He wasn’t available before the deadline last year due to the Rockies, one of the weakest clubs in Major League Baseball. At last year’s deadline, there were rumors that the Yankees were interested in him, but nothing materialized since the Rockies were unwilling to make a trade.
“The struggling Colorado Rockies, who have fallen short of very low expectations going into 2025 and just dismissed manager Bud Black after a 7-33 start, are one club that might not be totally on track.
Before the 2024 trade deadline, the Rockies allegedly received a contact from the Yankees regarding McMahon. The Rockies denied a deal, citing McMahon’s want to remain in Colorado following the birth of his daughter with his wife, Natalie, in February of last year. But given their terrible start to 2025, the Rockies could consider a call for McMahon, who is among the few players that teams are interested in, according to Zach Kaplan.
Now, a year later, the Colorado Rockies have little excuse for not moving on from him. The squad has to make improvements to its farm system if it hopes to compete soon. Although their farm system isn’t the finest, the New York Yankees have enough to deal for the 30-year-old.
The Rockies May Seek to Sell
The Rockies adore McMahon because he is a clubhouse favorite and a veteran, according to Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post. He did, however, add that given the team’s current circumstances, it could be wiser to move on from him and wait for a potential to present themselves.
“The 30-year-old third baseman is very well-liked in the clubhouse and is one of owner Dick Monfort’s favorite players. Moreover, he is the team’s most exchangeable asset. One of owner Dick Monfort’s favorite players, the 30-year-old third baseman is also very well-liked in the clubhouse. He is also the most valuable player on the team.
Kyle Karros, a 22-year-old power-hitting third base prospect who started the season at Double-A Hartford, has Colorado thrilled. The Rockies will have to make offers for McMahon if he keeps improving,” he said.
McMahon has hit.214 with six home runs so far this season, which is not very good. It’s always a little concerning to trade for someone who plays at Coors Field, but he may blend in nicely with Yankee Stadium’s short porch.
