The New York Yankees could be changing their trade plans as a young pitcher suddenly becomes a strikeout artist.

The top prospect in the deal that sent Verdugo to New York, however, was Richard Fitts, then the No. 13 prospect in the Yankees' system. After three strong starts to open the season, Fitts was pulled with a right pectoral strain, which has sidelined him ever since.

A strong bat and gifted defender who can play anywhere — including third base — and who won a Silver Slugger as utilityman last season sure would be useful to the Yankees right now.

Former New York Yankees infielder Josh Smith has a big piece of advice for prospects going through the team's farm system: Don't get too comfortable. In an int

Yankees starter Marcus Stroman has been sidelined since April with a knee injury, but that might be working in the Yankees’ favor regarding a possible trade of the right-hander.

With persistent championship-or-bust expectations, the Yankees are virtually guaranteed to try to improve their roster before the trade deadline. And one area in need of a boost has been unaddressed since well before opening day.

The New York Yankees got a poor update on a potential trade for Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes.