Barring an unexpected salary settlement and a number of moves, the Yankees are unlikely to acquire Alex Bregman and a long-term contract with him at the helm. The players most likely to return to second or third base through trade or free agency are lower-tier options that can be acquired without making a huge commitment in terms of money, years or prospect cost. Brian Cashman & Company checked in on Jorge Polanco. reportedly contacted To Brendan Rodgers. And at least there are trade talks ahead of Luis Arraez's walk year.
In some worlds, one of these infielders (e.g., Rodgers on a one-year deal) is added, or in some worlds the Yankees acquire a proven fourth starting infielder until the trade deadline and opt for an in-house tryout. There is also a world. In Tampa.
In both worlds, there will be a competition between two infielders fighting for the Yankees' lives.
This could be DJ LeMahieu's last chance to prove he's still a major league player.
