The New York Yankees’ offseason strategy heavily depends on Juan Soto’s decision on where to sign and for how much. Soto is a top priority for Yankees GM Brian Cashman, and the team’s other moves are likely on hold until they know if they can secure the 26-year-old star for next season and beyond.
However, even if Soto returns to New York, that alone won’t resolve all of their roster needs. The Yankees will still need to fill key spots, such as first base, another corner outfield position, and a second baseman to replace the outgoing Anthony Rizzo, Alex Verdugo, and Gleyber Torres.
The Chicago Cubs could offer solutions. Reports indicate that the Cubs were surprised and possibly displeased by Cody Bellinger’s decision to opt into his $27.5 million contract for 2025, suggesting they might consider moving him to free up payroll. Additionally, second baseman Nico Hoerner might become available, with top prospect Matt Shaw pushing for a Major League role after a standout Triple-A performance.
This context led SNY’s Emmanuel Berbari to propose a trade scenario involving these Cubs players. However, the suggested deal raised eyebrows due to questions about its balance and whether Chicago would seriously entertain such terms. Let’s break down why this might be a one-sided proposal.
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