As the trade deadline approaches, it seems the New York Yankees are gearing up for a significant move. If insider whispers are correct, the Yankees have set their sights on shaking things up in a big way. Despite a strong start to their 2025 campaign—propelled by Aaron Judge’s powerhouse performances and a rotation that looked primed for October glory—the Yankees have hit a few bumps. June wasn’t kind, with the team ceding the AL East’s top position to the Toronto Blue Jays and struggling to patch holes at third base since DJ LeMahieu’s exit.
Yankees GM Brian Cashman hasn’t been shy about what his team needs as July 31 approaches. The shopping list is clear: a starter, some bullpen beef, and ideally, an infielder to add depth. As Cashman aptly puts it, the bullpen has been “taxed with injuries,” and reinforcements are a must.
But here’s where things get interesting. A rival MLB executive has hinted to veteran analyst Jon Heyman that the Yankees might be ready to pull the trigger on a major acquisition. What exactly this “something big” entails remains under wraps, but it’s clear the Yankees don’t plan to stand pat when there are cracks to fill.
In the mix of potential targets are a couple of third basemen who could pack a punch. The Yankees have their eye on Alex Bregman from the Boston Red Sox—a trade that would surely send ripples through the league, given the storied rivalry between the teams. While Jeff Passan notes that a Yankees-Red Sox trade is far from certain, the possible addition of Bregman is tantalizing, given New York’s needs.
The Arizona Diamondbacks’ Eugenio Suarez and Pittsburgh Pirates’ Isiah Kiner-Falefa have also been linked with the Yankees, adding to a pool of intriguing possibilities. As the Yankees strategize to regain momentum in an ultra-competitive division, a move for a star third baseman, or another impactful player, could steal the season’s trading spotlight, much like when Rafael Devers was sent from the Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants.
In true Yankees fashion, expect some fireworks before the trade deadline hits. Whether it’s about bulk or brilliance, it seems the Bronx Bombers are not content to let their rivals lead the way. Stay tuned, because if these rumblings hold true, we’re in for a blockbuster conclusion to an already electrifying MLB season.
