Overview
- General manager Brian Cashman said the club would be happy if Grisham accepted after what he called a strong year.
- Rival executives questioned the offer and warned that an acceptance could constrain bids for Cody Bellinger or Kyle Tucker given spending goals reported for ownership.
- Grisham’s market value is complicated by a 34-homer breakout paired with a defensive slide measured at -11 defensive runs saved and -2 outs above average.
- If Grisham declines, the Yankees would receive a compensatory draft pick at the end of the fourth round next summer.
- Reports from the New York Post indicate the Yankees expect him to decline, a scenario that could also create an opening for prospect Spencer Jones in the outfield mix.