The New York Yankees returned to the postseason in 2025, looking to avenge their World Series loss in 2024. They went on a deep run, but would see their season end in the ALDS when the Toronto Blue Jays got the better of them.
Going into the offseason, the front office knew it would be a tricky one. They are looking to retain Cody Bellinger, which has proved to be difficult so far.
On top of that, the front office still has to figure out what the starting rotation will look like to kick off the new season. Neither Gerrit Cole nor Carlos Rodon will be available as both had surgery during the offseason, leaving the team in a tough spot.
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Yankees' quiet offseason could come back to haunt them this upcoming season
For a team with deep pockets like the Yankees, not being the headlining team over the winter has been odd. They have not made too many significant moves, as their biggest additions came in the form of re-signing players.
The Bronx Bombers were able to retain Trent Grisham, which is fantastic news given the monster 2025 season he is coming off of. On top of that, the Yanks were also able to strike deals with Amed Rosario, Ryan Yarbrough, Paul Blackburn, and Ryan Weathers.
They still have their sights set on Cody Bellinger or Kyle Tucker if that does not work out, but neither are guranteed. Bleacher Report's Zachary D. Rymer is not impressed with the winter the Yankees have had, and that could come back to haunt them if they cannot come to terms with one of the remaining elite free agents.
"The Yankees went to the World Series in 2024. They won as many games as the AL East winner last year. Aaron Judge's prime is still going...for now. All these things should have them determined to go all-in for 2026, but they instead seem to be treating their offseason shopping as an optional exercise. Even bringing back Cody Bellinger, which should be a lay-up, is proving difficult."
All in all, this has not been the offseason the fanbase was hoping for. While there is still time to add an impactful player, only a few remain on the open market, and that list is getting shorter by the day.
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