Yankees prepare for trade deadline amid injury concerns

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Yankees prepare for trade deadline amid injury concerns
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The New York Yankees are positioning themselves as buyers ahead of the MLB trade deadline, expected within the next few days. Cody Bellinger is ruled out for 4-6 weeks due to a hamstring strain, further depleting the Yankees’ outfield. The team is also dealing with the absence of Aaron Judge, intensifying the need for additional hitting support. Potential trade targets include relievers from the San Diego Padres and players like Zack Neto and Reid Detmers from the Angels. The Yankees celebrated their upcoming Old-Timers’ Day on August 8, featuring several notable alumni.

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  • Yankees likely to be buyers at the trade deadline.
  • Cody Bellinger out for 4-6 weeks, Aaron Judge also sidelined.
  • Potential trade targets include Padres relievers and Angels players.
  • Old-Timers’ Day set for August 8, featuring Hall of Famers.
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What the next few days should look like; Bellinger’s injury hurts depleted outfield; DAZN back; Manoah gone

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