Yankees eye Ryan Jeffers as catcher trade target from Twins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 6:13 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The New York Yankees are targeting Minnesota Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers as the trade deadline approaches. With the Yankees needing improvement at catcher due to Austin Wells' lack of offensive production, Jeffers presents an appealing option despite his current injury. Reports suggest a depressed market for catchers, which could make acquiring Jeffers easier than for other players. Other teams like the San Diego Padres and Tampa Bay Rays may also be interested, but overall competition for Jeffers appears limited.
- •Yankees struggle offensively with Austin Wells at catcher.
- •Ryan Jeffers has a.949 OPS but is currently injured.
- •Depressed market for catchers may favor Yankees in a trade.
- •Potential interest from Padres and Rays complicates trade talks.
- •Acquirement of Jeffers could address Yankees' roster needs.
- 6:13 PMYahoo Sports — Why Yankees might have an easy time trading for .949 OPS catcher from Twins
"This veteran catcher might not be too hard to acquire for the Yankees.
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