Yankees favored to trade for catcher Hunter Goodman before lockout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
The New York Yankees are looking to acquire Hunter Goodman, a two-time All-Star catcher, as they prepare for the anticipated lockout starting December 1. The Yankees have trade assets, including talented pitchers, that could interest the Colorado Rockies, who are reportedly more willing to move Goodman than during the season. Several MLB teams are also pursuing Goodman, making the trade market competitive. Reports suggest the Rockies need starting pitching and may consider offers involving Yankees' prospects and pitchers as part of a deal.
- •Yankees aim to upgrade catcher's position with Hunter Goodman trade.
- •Goodman has a career.247 average and.800 OPS.
- •Rockies struggled with pitching, making them open to trades.
- •Trade talks could include Yankees' depth in starting pitching.
- •Lockout is expected to begin on December 1.
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