Yankees' Brian Cashman prioritizes bullpen overhaul this offseason

Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman identified rebuilding the bullpen as the team's primary focus during an interview on November 12. With several key relief pitchers set to enter free agency, including closers David Bednar and Paul Blackburn, Cashman must address significant vacancies. The Yankees have five free agent relievers, and their roster also lacks certainty due to injury concerns with pitcher Fernandez Cruz. Cashman noted the scarcity of quality options in the free agent market for relievers while acknowledging potential internal alternatives. The team aims to re-sign Bednar and Blackburn while also exploring other free agent possibilities, such as left-hander Adrian Morejon, who may command a significant multi-year deal.

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