Yankees Consider Trade of Paul Goldschmidt Amid Struggles, Rumors

The New York Yankees, after losing Juan Soto to the Mets, have revamped their roster with notable additions like Max Fried and Paul Goldschmidt, who is enjoying a resurgence with a .353 average and strong production. However, the team faces challenges: while Fried leads in wins, the pitching staff overall has struggled with injuries, and new reliever Devin Williams has disappointed. Cody Bellinger has underperformed, prompting speculation that top prospect Everson Pereira could be called up soon to bolster the outfield. Amid Goldschmidt's hot start, several sources suggest the Yankees might consider trading him for a starting pitcher if Ben Rice continues to hit well, especially with lineup logjams expected once Giancarlo Stanton returns. Such a move could help address the Yankees' pitching woes, especially given the uncertainty of Gerrit Cole's status. Meanwhile, other teams like the Brewers are also exploring pitching upgrades, potentially targeting expendable starters from clubs like the Mets as they get healthy.