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Yankees Target Roster Upgrades Post-Offseason
Yankees aim for bullpen and position upgrades after GM meetings.
In brief
Yankees aim for bullpen and position upgrades after GM meetings. Yankees prioritize bullpen improvements and potential trades to strengthen roster ahead of 2026 season. Originally reported by Mlb.
Yankees return from GM meetings
Yankees returned home from General Managers Meetings in Las Vegas this week.
“an information grab”
Bullpen upgrades priority
Rebuilding bullpen appears top priority after 93-game season and AL Division Series exit.
“it’s our main priority, to be honest”
David Bednar qualifying offer
Yankees issued qualifying offer to closer David Bednar valued at $23.15 million.
Pitching department strength
Yankees have strong starting pitching led by AL Cy Young Award winner Cam Schlittler.
Position player upgrades
Yankees target upgrades in third base and second base after offensive underperformance.
Teruaki Sato potential addition
Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato won NPB’s Triple Crown with .306 batting average and 39 home runs.
Catcher and outfield needs
Yankees seek right-handed-hitting catcher to pair with Austin Wells and outfield upgrades.
2027 coaching changes
Yankees retain pitching coach Matt Blake and assistants Preston Claiborne and Desi Druschel.
The big picture
Yankees prioritize bullpen improvements and potential trades to strengthen roster ahead of 2026 season.
