Gleyber Torres is joining the Detroit Tigers on a one-year deal worth $15 million. After spending seven seasons with the New York Yankees, he will play in another uniform for the first time. Torres succeeded in the pinstripes in previous seasons, as he hit over 20 home runs four times during his seven seasons. During the 2024 season last, where we saw the Bronx Bombers reach the World Series, Torres posted a .257 BA with 15 home runs. His subpar season didn’t convince Brian Cashman and the Yankees to bring him back for 2025, which leaves an open spot in the infield.
With Jazz Chisholm Jr. on the roster, they have some flexibility. The 26-year-old can play third base, second base, and shortstop. The free-agent market still gives the Yankees options, along with the trade market. After losing Juan Soto and Torres, New York could use some extra offense. They traded for the former MVP Cody Bellinger and brought in Paul Goldschmidt from free agency, but their current lineup still doesn’t compare to last season.
Aaron Judge is turning 33-years-old next season. He is one of the best hitters in baseball, if not the best hitter. He’s not getting any younger, and the window for winning a World Series with the two-time MVP could close soon. Bringing in another impact bat to help the Yankees could be the best way to get them closer to becoming 28-time World Series Champions. Cashman could pivot to one of these All-Stars to boost their odds of returning to the World Series in 2025.
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