The New York Yankees have already bolstered their roster by acquiring stars such as Max Fried, Devin Williams, Paul Goldschmidt, and Cody Bellinger. However, there’s speculation that they might make one more blockbuster trade before Opening Day. Fireside Yankees of Empire Sports Media proposed a trade package that could bring Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa to the Bronx:
Yankees receive:
- SS Carlos Correa
Twins receive:
- INF George Lombard Jr. (No. 3 prospect)
- RHP Chase Hampton (No. 6 prospect)
- RHP Ian Hamilton
- C/1B Rafael Flores
Fireside Yankees praised Correa, stating, “He is a great all-around hitter who can hit the ball to all fields while playing elite defense.” They suggested that moving Correa to third base could reduce the physical toll on his body, especially on his lower half, while addressing the Yankees’ infield concerns. This shift would also allow Jazz Chisholm Jr. to settle at second base.
Correa signed a six-year, $200 million contract with the Twins in 2023, including vesting options for 2029–2032. While Minnesota’s president of baseball operations, Derek Falvey, and general manager, Jeremy Zoll, indicated they’re not actively shopping players like Correa, they emphasized their openness to creative discussions:
“What we tell every team is: Listen, we’re open to being creative. We can’t rule anything out before we hear it, no matter who the player is,” Falvey said.
For the Yankees, this trade would involve giving up two of their top 10 prospects, but in return, they would acquire one of baseball’s elite players. A three-time All-Star and Platinum Glove winner, Correa’s resume speaks for itself. However, his involvement in the 2017 Houston Astros’ sign-stealing scandal, which notably eliminated the Yankees from the postseason, could make this acquisition controversial among fans.
Despite mixed feelings, adding Correa could significantly enhance the Yankees’ infield and overall lineup, positioning them as strong contenders for the upcoming season.
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