The New York Yankees are battling to stay alive in the ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays right now. Lose Game 2 tonight, and it’s suddenly offseason time for the Bronx Bombers. And guess what? There’s a wild trade idea floating around that would have New York *selling*, of all things, but in a deal that just makes total sense for everyone involved.
A Blockbuster Idea That Levels Up Both Sides
Kerry Miller from Bleacher Report dropped a hypothetical trade that’s got everyone talking, and it’s a doozy. The proposal sees the Yankees sending two of their starting pitchers, RHP Luis Gil and LHP Ryan Weathers, to the Chicago White Sox. Both Gil and Weathers are arbitration eligible through 2028, so they’re not just short-term rentals. In return, the White Sox would ship over their Double-A prospect Caleb Bonemer, who plays SS/3B/CF and is ranked No. 27 overall on MLB Pipeline, plus Triple-A RHP Pierce George.
Now, why would the White Sox bite on this? Simple. Their infield and outfield are mostly set, and their biggest weakness, a glaring one at that, is their starting rotation. This year’s rotation is “far from ideal,” so adding two solid arms like Gil and Weathers would be a massive boost for next season. They’re giving up a valuable prospect in Bonemer, sure, but it fills their most desperate need.
Yankees Selling? It’s All About That Stacked Rotation
The surprising part of this deal is the Yankees parting with starting pitching. New York doesn’t typically “sell.” But dig into their roster, and it becomes crystal clear why this move would be pure genius for them. Their starting rotation is absolutely *stacked*. We’re talking Gerrit Cole, Max Fried, Cam Schlittler, and Carlos Rodon making up their top four. That’s a serious core right there.
After those top four, the Yankees really only need two more starters to fill out the fifth spot and provide depth. While Gil and Weathers could certainly fit those roles, the Bombers have an embarrassment of riches waiting in the wings. Will Warren, Clarke Schmidt, Elmer Rodriguez, and Carlos Lagrange are all viable options to step up. This insane pitching depth means Gil and Weathers, good as they are, become expendable for the right price. It’s a classic situation of both teams having an abundance of what the other desperately needs.
Look, this is just a hypothetical trade from Miller, but it’s exactly the kind of smart move Brian Cashman should be eyeing this offseason. Whether it’s these exact players or not, using that insane rotation depth for a big return is the play. It shows how the Yankees are thinking, even if they’re still fighting for their season tonight. Get ready, because the Bronx Bombers’ offseason could be way more interesting than anyone expects!
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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