The New York Yankees need pitching, and they need it fast. The trade market offers a viable alternative if they strike out on top free agents, and these five names are the best fits should general manager Brian Cashman opts to pursue that route. Meanwhile, the GM talked about his lefty-heavy lineup. Let’s dive into the news!

Ranking the Yankees’ 5 best trade options for the starting rotation

The Yankees are surveying the starting-pitching market with a clear preference for trades over free agency, largely because the available arms don’t match Brian Cashman’s preferred price points. Tatsuya Imai remains a known target, but beyond him, the front office is more intrigued by controllable or short-term trade options. With projected 2026 output, cost, upside, and injury risk in mind, five pit

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