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4d ago

Yankees Pull Off Rare Mid-Game Trade for José Caballero in 7-4 Win

Seizing a rain delay, GM Brian Cashman secured the American League’s stolen-base leader to bolster New York’s push up the standings.

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Overview

  • The deal was struck during a 2-hour, 45-minute rain delay at Yankee Stadium, marking an uncommon in-game transaction by MLB teams.
  • Tampa Bay sent Caballero, who led the majors with 34 stolen bases in 2025, to the Yankees for outfielder Everson Pereira and a player to be named later.
  • After hugging his Rays teammates, Caballero crossed the field in the seventh inning to join the Yankees and began packing for their upcoming road trip.
  • New York built a 7-0 lead with home runs from Giancarlo Stanton and Ben Rice before holding on for a 7-4 victory thanks to Yerry De los Santos and Jonathan Loáisiga.
  • The mid-game acquisition was part of GM Brian Cashman’s deadline spree that also added bullpen arms and outfield depth as the Yankees narrowed their division deficit to 3½ games.