Twins' Ryan Jeffers emerges as trade candidate for Yankees before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:39 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the New York Yankees are considering a trade for Minnesota Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers. Currently on the injured list, Jeffers has a.295 batting average, seven home runs, and a.949 OPS this season. The Yankees' catching situation has struggled offensively, with Austin Wells hitting.160 and other options failing to deliver. Jeffers' subpar defense is mitigated by the Yankees' strong defensive roster, making him an appealing target for a trade this summer.
- •Ryan Jeffers has a.295 batting average and seven home runs this season.
- •Yankees catching has struggled with Austin Wells hitting.160.
- •Jeffers is on the injured list but expected to return before the trade deadline.
- •Yankees have strong defense, alleviating concerns over Jeffers' lackluster fielding.
- •Discussions around Jeffers to the Yankees have been ongoing throughout the season.
- 7:39 PMYahoo Sports — Two reasons why $6.7 million Twins catcher is perfect fit for Yankees
"There are two clear reasons why this veteran catcher fits great with the Yankees.
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