How will Yanks fill 1B void? It could depend on Soto’s decision
The New York Yankees have a big hole to fill at first base for the 2024 season. Luke Voit, who was acquired from the San Diego Padres in March, is a free agent after the season and is not expected to return.
There are a few internal options that the Yankees could consider, but none of them are ideal. DJ LeMahieu, who has played first base before, is coming off a down year and is entering the final year of his contract. Miguel Andújar, who was once a top prospect, has struggled to live up to expectations. Chris Gittens, who made his MLB debut in 2021, is still unproven.
The Yankees could also look to the free agent market, but there are no sure things available. Josh Bell, who was traded from the Washington Nationals to the Padres in August, is a potential option. However, he is coming off a down year and is not a great defender.
The Yankees could also try to trade for a first baseman, but there are not many good options available. The Chicago Cubs’ Anthony Rizzo is a possibility, but he is owed $16 million in 2024 and has a full no-trade clause.
One player who could be a target for the Yankees is Juan Soto. The Washington Nationals star is set to become a free agent after the 2024 season, and there is no guarantee that he will re-sign with the team. If Soto does become available, the Yankees would be one of the favorites to sign him.
Soto is one of the best hitters in baseball, and he would be a huge upgrade for the Yankees. However, he is also one of the most expensive players in the game. The Yankees would have to be willing to give him a long-term contract worth at least $300 million.
If the Yankees are not willing to sign Soto, they will have to find another way to fill their hole at first base. There are no easy answers, but the Yankees will need to find a solution if they want to compete for a World Series title in 2024.
How will Yanks fill 1B void? It could depend on Soto’s decision
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