Michael Kay knows the New York Yankees not only as a reporter but also as a fan, and, understanding the team’s current situation, he recently made a daring recommendation: that they attempt to trade for a Padres player who is under contract through 2034.

The player Kay suggests the Yankees pursue is Fernando Tatis Jr. “Now what do the Yankees need this year?… Leading right handed bat, right? Fernando Tatis Jr is 26 year old… coming off this year he had .268, 25 home runs, 71 RBI, 159 hits… he’s a brilliant outfield, he plays right and left…”

Kay suggests the Yankees should chase Tatis Jr. because he has a very favorable contract that could benefit the team; once the deal expires, Tatis Jr. will only be 36 or 37, eliminating the need for a renewal, drawing a comparison to big deals like t

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