Yankees Predicted To Trade $37 Million Pitcher To NL West Club In Huge Deal
The New York Yankees are reportedly attempting to trade starting pitcher Marcus Stroman and it makes a lot of sense as to why. Stroman is set to be paid nearly $20 million in 2025, yet the Yankees left him off the World Series roster in 2024.
Max Fried signed with the Yankees already this offseason and New York just doesn’t have room for Stroman unless it moves somebody to the bullpen.
Zachary Rymer of Bleacher Report recently put together a trade package that would send Stroman to the San Francisco Giants for an infielder.
Here’s the deal pitched by Rymer to send Stroman to San Francisco:
“Luciano placed among MLB’s top 100 prospects annually between 2020 and 2024, but he now finds himself in limbo with the Giants,” Rymer wrote. “He’d thus be an upside play for the Yankees, albeit one worth taking. Listed at 6’1”, 178 pounds, Luciano is known for his capacity for putting a charge into the ball.
“It even shows despite his .590 OPS at the MLB level, as his 48.6 hard-hit rate for the last two seasons is well above the MLB norm of 36.5. The Giants haven’t buried Luciano, per se, but there isn’t room for him on an infield with Matt Chapman at third, Willy Adames at short and Tyler Fitzgerald at second.”
Stroman could fit in San Francisco much better than he does in the Bronx. Even if Stroman fizzles out, the Giants would still be receiving a promising shortstop prospect in George Lombard Jr.
Luciano would be a high-upside addition to the Yankees’ infield, especially as they look for an answer to replace Gleyber Torres.
The New York Yankees have finalized contracts with two key players: Jazz Chisholm Jr., their dynamic infielder, and Devin Williams, a two-time NL Reliever of the Year. These agreements avoid arbitration and ensure both players are ready to contribute to the Yankees‘ 2025 campaign.
Jazz Chisholm Jr., who joined the Yankees during the 2024 trade deadline from the Miami Marlins, agreed to a $5.85 million deal. The 26-year-old quickly became a fan favorite in New York, making history as the first Yankee to hit four home runs in his first three games.
Chisholm’s energetic style of play helped revive the Yankees‘ season, posting an impressive .273/.325/.500 slash line with 11 home runs, 23 RBIs, and 18 stolen bases. With his explosive performance, the Yankees solidified their infield presence, and fans are eager to see him build on his success.
Devin Williams joins Yankees with $8.6M contract
In addition to Chisholm, the Yankees secured Devin Williams for $8.6 million. The star closer, acquired from the Milwaukee Brewers, is expected to be a game-changer in New York’s bullpen.
Williams, known for his elite pitching, led MLB relievers in key stats since 2022, including ERA (1.66) and FIP (2.29). His dominance earned him two All-Star nods and two Trevor Hoffman NL Reliever of the Year Awards.
After losing Clay Holmes to the Mets, the Yankees wasted no time locking down Williams. In Milwaukee, he boasted a stellar 1.83 ERA, 68 saves, and 375 strikeouts over 235 2/3 innings. Now, Williams joins a bullpen featuring Jonathan Loaisiga, Clayton Beeter, Jake Cousins, and former closer Luke Weaver.
Yankees strengthen their roster for 2025
both stars locked in, the Yankees are poised for an exciting season filled with high expectations and the talent to match. Fans in the Bronx can’t wait to see what Chisholm and Williams bring to the diamond in 2025.
