Yankees Exploring Marcus Stroman Trade, Willing to Cover Part of Salary

The Yankees aim to trade the veteran pitcher after signing Max Fried, with potential deals involving the Mets or other teams under consideration.

The New York Yankees are actively shopping pitcher Marcus Stroman, who is set to earn $18.5 million in 2025 with a vesting option for 2026.
Reports indicate the Yankees are willing to pay down part of Stroman's salary to facilitate a trade, freeing up resources to address roster needs like infield depth.
Potential trade scenarios include a deal with the New York Mets involving infielder Jeff McNeil, though this remains speculative and unconfirmed.
Stroman became expendable following the Yankees' acquisition of ace Max Fried in December, solidifying their starting rotation.
Stroman struggled in 2024, posting a 4.31 ERA, and was left off the Yankees' World Series roster, but he remains a valuable option for teams needing pitching depth.