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<\/p>\nAt this point in the 2023 off-season, the\u00a0New York Yankees\u00a0were already dealing with a number of significant injuries in the starting rotation. Fortunately, they have been relatively healthy over the past few weeks as they continue to ramp up ahead of the 2024 campaign.<\/p>\n
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While Carlos Rodon has had some ups and downs throughout his process, giving up a few home runs over his last two outings, spring training is meant to shake off the rust. The expectation is that Rodon will be in a good spot once the regular season rolls around, promoting a much more efficient version of the pitcher the Yankees acquired on a six-year, $162-million deal last off-season.<\/p>\n
However, with spring training progressing and plenty of time left for things to change, the Yankees could turn their attention back to Blake Snell.<\/p>\n
The 2023 NL Cy Young award winner has reportedly changed his contract demands, notably because a long-term deal likely won\u2019t come falling on his desk. Instead, a short-term deal with opt-outs could be an option for Snell, and the Yankees may be willing to bite if the deal makes sense.<\/p>\n
Snell reportedly wanted a deal in the range of $270 million over nine years several weeks ago, but that expectation has now dwindled to a fraction of that proposed contract. The Yankees offered him a five-year deal in the range of $150 million, but they quickly pivoted to Marcus Stroman when Snell came back with outrageous demands.<\/p>\n
Obviously, he would make the rotation significantly better. The 31-year-old tossed 180 innings last season, collecting a 2.25 ERA, 11.70 strikeouts per nine, an 86.7% left-on-base rate, and a 44.4% ground ball rate. He has had some issues with longevity, having only pitched over 130 innings twice in his eight-year career. Nonetheless, he would certainly be the last puzzle piece to a roster that is eyeing a World Series this upcoming season.<\/p>\n
For now, general manager Brian Cashman seems fine riding his current rotation into the season. Still, if any injuries or issues arise, he may have to consider Snell as a realistic addition, even if they have to pay the 110% luxury tax.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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