MLB Free Agency, New York Yankees

5 bold predictions for the Yankees in MLB free agency

The Yankees may not spend big in MLB free agency but look for Brian Cashman and his front office to pull off a few surprise moves. 

The MLB Hot Stove hasn’t really heated up for the Yankees as of yet. Instead, Brian Cashman and his front office are waiting in the weeds to pounce on their targets when the time is right.

That doesn’t mean New York will be big spenders. The franchise is legitimately interested in cutting payroll to avoid the luxury tax. Cashman might not get the team under that magic number, but it will prevent the Yankees from blowing away the competition with their financial might.

Fans should expect some surprises from the Bronx Bombers as a result of their new payroll restrictions. Look for the five following predictions to come true.

5. The team will give Domingo German another chance

German’s suspension for domestic abuse really put his status with the Yankees in jeopardy. Fortunately for him, the team’s need for quality starting pitchers hasn’t subsided during his suspension.

That’s why the Yankees will be inclined to give him another chance to work his way back into the team’s good graces. He may not profile as a potential ace to go alongside Gerrit Cole atop the team’s rotation, but he should be able to slot comfortably into the middle of Aaron Boone’s rotation. Perhaps most importantly, he can eat innings right away while the team waits on Luis Severino to return from Tommy John surgery.

German can’t afford to have another incident if he wants to remain apart of the Yankees’ plans, but if he can avoid trouble he should be in line to return to the team’s starting rotation in 2021. There is a chance he gets moved via a trade, but the odds favor him breaking Spring Training as the team’s No. 3 starter.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *