Yankees face setback pursuing catcher after acquiring Luis Garcia Jr
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 5:44 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The New York Yankees have reportedly faced challenges in securing Hunter Goodman from the Colorado Rockies following their acquisition of Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals. While the Yankees have addressed a key issue in their lineup by adding Garcia, who is leading the MLB in slugging percentage, they are still looking for a catcher. MLB.com reports that although the Yankees will add a catcher, it may not be their top choice. Discussions regarding several catchers, including Tyler Stephenson and Adley Rutschman, have been ongoing as the trade deadline approaches.
- •Yankees trade for Luis Garcia Jr. to boost batting lineup.
- •Team struggles to acquire desired catcher Hunter Goodman.
- •MLB.com states Yankees will add a catcher soon.
- •Tyler Stephenson and Adley Rutschman among potential targets.
- •Yankees made trade before the approaching deadline.
- 5:44 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees Get Bad News on Next Trade Target After Luis Garcia Jr. Deal
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