The New York Yankees are entering a new era of baseball after trading away Juan Soto. This move is expected to bring significant changes to the team’s roster and defensive strategy.
Expected Positional Changes
Some expected changes include:
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Jazz Chisholm returning to second base: Chisholm has experience playing second base, and his return to the position could bring stability to the infield.
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Jasson Dominguez taking over as the starting center fielder: Dominguez is a highly touted prospect who has been working his way up the minor league ranks. He’s expected to bring speed, defense, and power to the outfield.
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Aaron Judge moving back to his natural position in right field: Judge has been playing center field due to roster complications, but with Dominguez expected to take over, Judge can return to his preferred position in right field.
Aaron Judge
Aaron Judge’s Positional Shift
Judge had been playing center field for the Yankees, but it’s not his natural position. He’s expected to move back to right field, where he’s played for most of his career.
Judge is arguably one of the best right fielders in the game, with a strong arm and good defensive instincts. His return to right field could bring stability to the outfield and allow him to focus on his hitting.
Gleyber Torres’ Future
Former Yankee Gleyber Torres is gaining interest from the LA Angels and Toronto Blue Jays. Torres is a solid player who has struggled with consistency and mistakes.
Torres has been a lightning rod for criticism from Yankees fans, who have been frustrated with his inconsistent play. However, he’s still a talented player who could bring value to a team.
Former Yankees Prospects Find New Homes
Two former Yankees prospects have found new homes:
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Thairo Estrada signs with the Colorado Rockies: Estrada was a former top prospect who became a productive player with the San Francisco Giants. He’ll be staying in the NL West with the Rockies.
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Estevan Florial heads overseas to play for the Hanwha Eagles: Florial was a highly touted prospect who struggled to make an impact in the big leagues. He’ll be playing in Korea next season, where he’ll look to rebuild his value and potentially return to the MLB.
