Yankees lose trade option for Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 6:21 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The New York Yankees face challenges in upgrading their catching position ahead of the trade deadline. After a disappointing stretch, the Yankees are seeking to enhance their offense, particularly at catcher, where Austin Wells has struggled. Reports suggest the Colorado Rockies will not be trading All-Star catcher Hunter Goodman, who is considered untouchable. General manager Brian Cashman will need to explore other trade options as the search for a suitable catcher intensifies.
- •Yankees have lost nine of their last 10 games.
- •Austin Wells has a.483 OPS this season.
- •Hunter Goodman is hitting.254 with 27 home runs.
- •Rockies view Goodman as a key player for their rebuilding.
- •Yankees will seek alternatives to improve behind the plate.
- 6:21 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees get terrible trade news on 'untouchable' All-Star catcher from NL West
"This eliminates one possibility at catcher for the Yankees.
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