Yankees face uncertainty at third base amid roster challenges

Oswald Peraza faces a critical spring training as he competes for a starting position with the Yankees, with no minor-league options left and the potential for designation if he fails to impress. The Yankees are also grappling with a thinning infield market after missing out on Brendan Rodgers, who signed with the Astros, exacerbating their need for depth at third base. Giancarlo Stanton's ongoing elbow issues have further complicated the Yankees' roster, raising concerns about their lineup as they aim for a World Series return. With DJ LeMahieu, Oswaldo Cabrera, and Peraza vying for the third base role, the competition underscores the team's substantial gaps. Meanwhile, 22-year-old Jasson Domínguez is set to play left field but needs to improve his right-handed hitting to avoid being a liability in the lineup. The Yankees' concerns about their infield and overall lineup cohesion persist as spring training unfolds.