Yankees' Offseason Changes Amid Arenado Trade Stalemate

The New York Yankees' offseason saw significant roster changes, losing Juan Soto to the Mets, who signed him with a $765 million deal, and acquiring players like Max Fried and Cody Bellinger. Despite missing out on third baseman Nolan Arenado, who remains with the St. Louis Cardinals after refusing a trade to the Astros, the Yankees continue to search for a reliable option at third base. Arenado had included the Dodgers and Yankees among his potential trade destinations but chose to stay with the Cardinals. The Dodgers focused on Max Muncy as their primary third baseman, leaving Arenado with the Cardinals as the new season begins. Both the Cardinals and Arenado are reconsidering their options as the trade market evolves.