The New York Yankees are in trouble. Their best pitcher, Gerrit Cole, is out for the season with an injury, and the team’s rotation looks weak. Yankees captain Aaron Judge knows they need help fast. He has his eyes on Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara, a player who could save their season. But getting him won’t be easy. The Yankees will have to make a tough decision soon.
Aaron Judge pushes for Sandy Alcantara after Gerrit Cole’s injury
Aaron Judge has made it clear—he wants the Yankees to go after Sandy Alcantara. The Miami Marlins’ pitcher was one of the best in 2022, throwing 228.2 innings with a 2.28 ERA. He is exactly the kind of strong and reliable pitcher the Yankees need right now.
But getting Alcantara won’t be simple. He is under contract with the Miami Marlins until 2028 and will make $17.3 million in both 2025 and 2026, with a $21 million option for 2027. That makes him an expensive and valuable player.
The Marlins won’t let him go without a big trade return. Reports suggest the Yankees would have to give up top young players like Jasson Domínguez, Anthony Volpe, or Austin Wells to even start trade discussions.
That’s a tough decision. The Yankees have spent years developing these young stars, and trading them away could hurt their future. But without a top pitcher, their current season could fall apart.
Can the Yankees fix their pitching problems?
The Yankees’ pitching is in a bad spot. Carlos Rodon, who had a 3.96 ERA in 2024, hasn’t been consistent. Clarke Schmidt had a solid 2.86 ERA in 2024, but he’s still young and unproven. Marcus Stroman pitched well last year but has had injury problems before. Without Gerrit Cole, the team doesn’t have a true ace.
The Yankees know they need help. Other options include pitchers like Dylan Cease or free agents like Jordan Montgomery and Lance Lynn. But none of them offer the same level of stability that Sandy Alcantara does.
Now, the Yankees have a choice to make. Will they trade for the pitcher Aaron Judge wants, even if it means giving up top prospects? Or will they risk going into the season with an uncertain rotation? Time is running out, and the decision could define their season.
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