During the 2024 season it was said that New York had begun contacts with the Athletics to explore a possible deal for the right-handed reliever.
By: Humberto Alvarez
The New York Yankees’ need to bolster their bullpen, especially at the closer position, has become more urgent, which could lead them to seek a trade during the MLB offseason.
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Closer with a great future
One of the names that could be on your radar again is Mason Miller, a closer 26 years which had already caught the team’s attention before. Miller had an outstanding season, recording 26 saves and striking out 104 batters in 65.0 entrieswhich has raised its profile in the market.
Although there is no consensus among analysts on whether the Athletics Will they be willing to put Miller up for sale, the price is likely to be high if they do.
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Who would offer the Yankees?
The Yankees They have a solid group of prospects that could tempt the A’s, as long as they don’t include Jason Dominguez, who continues to be a key piece in its development system.
Although it is still uncertain what the A’s strategy will be for next season, it is likely that they will ask for several young players in exchange for Miller.
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An offer that could be seen as reasonable by New York would include Cam Schlittler, a promising 23-year-old right-hander who plays in Double A and is among the top 25 prospects in the Yankees organization, along with utility man Oswaldo Cabrera and the Venezuelan outfielder Everson Pereira, who is already close to making his debut in the Major Leagues.