Trade Deadline Outlook: New York Yankees
Briefly

The Yankees are focusing on roster improvements as they pursue a playoff spot in a competitive American League East. With a current record of 51-41 and 89.8% playoff probability, the team's needs include a starting pitcher, third baseman, and relievers. They face significant challenges, particularly with the loss of Gerrit Cole due to Tommy John surgery and other injuries among starters. Despite this, the current rotation maintains a solid 3.69 ERA, and key players like Fried and Rodón, along with upcoming talents, are crucial to their playoff strategy.
Despite losing Gerrit Cole to Tommy John surgery, the remaining Yankees starters have collectively posted a 3.69 ERA, ranking eighth in the majors.
The Yankees are proactively seeking improvements in their roster as they aim for a playoff push, with specific needs for a starting pitcher, third baseman, and relievers.
Carlos Rodón and other left-handed pitchers have performed well this season, contributing significantly despite facing injuries within the pitching rotation.
As the Yankees prepare for potential playoffs, Fried and Rodón are secured slots in the rotation, while concerns linger about Warren's endurance extending into playoff innings.
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