As spring training nears its conclusion, both New York teams, the Mets and Yankees, are searching for right-handed hitting infielders while facing significant payroll limitations. Despite opportunities, both teams passed on signing Jose Iglesias, who instead joined the Padres. With limited budget maneuvers due to being over the luxury tax threshold, acquiring players like Santiago Espinal appears unlikely. The Mets are considering holding off on their Opening Day roster announcement, with decisions hinging on finding a suitable infielder to avoid sending top prospect Luisangel Acuna to Triple-A.
Jose Iglesias signed a minor league deal with the Padres after both New York teams chose not to pursue him, emphasizing their payroll limitations.
Both Mets and Yankees are over the luxury tax threshold, making trades for players like Santiago Espinal financially challenging and unlikely.
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