Yankees consider future with Trent Grisham after disappointing season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 12:37 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The New York Yankees are evaluating Trent Grisham's future after a challenging 2026 season. Grisham, who received $22.025 million this year, had a.211 batting average and a.703 OPS. Although he expressed a desire to remain with the team, the Yankees are debating whether to renew his contract or seek better options in center field. His performance and defensive metrics raise questions about his value as an everyday player moving forward.
- •Grisham struck out 18.4% of the time while hitting 18 home runs in 2026.
- •He finished with a defensive rating of minus-five Outs Above Average.
- •The Yankees are weighing a potential cheaper deal for Grisham's return.
- •Grisham's comments indicate he enjoyed his time in New York despite struggles.
- •No current offer or asking price for Grisham's next contract is reported.
- 12:37 PMYahoo Sports — The Yankees shouldn’t pay twice for the same outfield mistake
"I wouldn’t bring Trent Grisham back as the Yankees’ automatic everyday center fielder. They paid him $22.025 million for 2026 […]
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