Joe Girardi on Yankees' needs as trade deadline approaches

Joe Girardi discussed the Yankees' needs ahead of the trade deadline set for 6 p.m. ET Monday. Girardi suggested that the Yankees should focus on bolstering their bullpen and adding offensive depth rather than pursuing left-handed pitcher Tarik Skubal. He believes acquiring Padres closer Mason Miller would be more impactful for the Yankees than Skubal due to Miller's ability to significantly lengthen their bullpen. Although the Yankees have shown interest in a new catcher, Girardi warned that changing catchers mid-season could disrupt pitcher-catcher chemistry. The Yankees have traded for Nationals first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. to enhance their lineup.

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