The New York Yankees could add a perfect platoon bat after being waived by the Seattle Mariners.
It's been much of the same for the Yankees right out of the break, as the offense has stayed quiet when they've needed it most. It's been a concern over the past month and a half and one that must be solved if they're serious about winning a World Series., New York has been searching the trade market to see who could be available at first, second, and third base.
"That being said, I’m told the Yankees front office is exploring the trade market to see what hitters could become available and are looking in particular at first base, second base and third base for upgrades or better platoon-type options.". While Rice hasn't been incredible by any means, he's proven at 25 years old that there could be something there, which should interest the Yankees.
However, he's slashing just .143/.308/.286 in 21 at-bats against left-handed pitching. 21 at-bats isn't a big enough sample size to judge him, but it could be wise for the front office to see who's out there that could platoon with him when needed."The Mariners have placed 1B Ty France on outright waivers, per source. If he goes unclaimed, France — who is earning $6.775M and is arbitration-eligible for one more season — can refuse an assignment to the Minors.
Plenty has to happen for France to join New York, but if they could find a way to land him, he could be an interesting hitter to target. He struggled with the Mariners this season but was one of the better hitters in baseball in 2021 and 2022.Considering they wouldn't have to move a top prospect or anything to land him, it could be something they explore.
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