New York Yankees, Ryan McMahon and Colorado Rockies
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The New York Yankees made their first major trade of 2025 when they sent two prospects to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for third baseman Ryan McMahon. While
The Yankees are acquiring third baseman Ryan McMahon from the Colorado Rockies, according to multiple reports. Third base was one of the Yankees' biggest needs, and McMahon will provide lefty power (though with a lot of strikeouts) and a contract that takes him through the 2027 season.
The New York Yankees reportedly acquired former Colorado Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon, which impacts other players on the roster.
The Yankees have established a track record over these last several years of acquiring relievers at the trade deadline. Even in 2023, when they ended up missing the playoffs, the Yankees traded for Keynan Middleton from the White Sox.
One MLB insider recently suggested a trade that could grant the New York Yankees an All-Star third baseman ahead of next week's deadline.
The New York Yankees need a third baseman and have until Thursday to make a trade. Could the Kansas City Royals provide them with an All-Star?
The Yankees made their first trade deadline move on Friday, acquiring a third baseman for two minor-league pitchers.
Donovan, 28, was named to his first All-Star team this season and is hitting .296 with nine home runs and 42 RBI over 96 games. He won a Gold Glove in 2022, the first year utility players had their own category, when he played all four infield positions, LF, RF, and DH.