The offseason is a rollercoaster for prospects. They can do well, but they can also do badly. The Yankees are no exception. With two outfield vacancies, one has already been filled with the return of Trent Grisham, but one remains available. The franchise already has two options to fill it, which would involve parting with its top prospect.
Although Cody Bellinger deleted his photo of the Yankees organization on his social media, his days as a free agent seem to be over in New York with his return to the team for next season. They are working to have him back; he is their plan A of the candidates as reinforcements.
If a good negotiation with Bellinger is not reached, the plan B is Kyle Tucker. He is a player who is liked by the coaching staff and is within the payroll possibilities. Before going for him, the Yankees are patient with Cody to sit down and talk. If his return is not finalized, the checkbook will be opened with Tucker.
They are the main interest at the moment for the organization. It is urgent to fill the remaining vacancy, and they do not intend to trust their prospects, especially Spencer Jones, who would be the player chosen to be traded at the deadline.
What will happen to Jasson Dominguez?
It’s not a knock on his work ethic. He’s very much valued as a hard worker. He’s a smart guy. He wants it. I just don’t get the sense that he’s viewed as a long-term piece because of the defense. Because of what they already have in the outfield
Dominguez finished the year batting .257/.331/.388, with 98 hits in 381 at-bats, 10 home runs, 47 RBIs and 23 stolen bases in 123 games. His highlight came against the Athletics when he hit three home runs. But as the season wore on, his role was reduced.
After August, the 22-year-old had just 72 at-bats. This was largely because the Yankees moved most of the outfield opportunities to others such as Cody Bellinger and Trent Grisham, as well as Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton.
Spencer Jones, the sacrificed prospect
An insider points to Spencer Jones as the Yankees’ top trade candidate. He is ranked as the team’s No. 4 prospect. Last season he split time between Double-A and Triple-A, where he hit .274 with 35 home runs, 80 RBIs and 29 stolen bases.
Jones is at a crossroads. It’s quite a dilemma for him because he’s practically ready to shine in the majors, but in New York there is no spot available on the roster for him.
He hit 35 home runs and posted a .933 OPS between Double-A and Triple-A last season. He stands out as the franchise’s most valuable asset, one they are willing to sacrifice to have Bellinger or Tucker.
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