Yankees pursue Mason Miller as trade deadline approaches

The Yankees are focusing on acquiring Mason Miller from the Padres before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. With Cody Bellinger expected to miss significant time due to a hamstring injury, the Yankees aim to bolster their roster. Yankees manager Aaron Boone acknowledges the need to improve in specific areas despite the challenges in making a deal. Miller, considered one of the top closers in MLB, has an impressive record this season, making him a key target for New York. However, uncertainty remains about whether the Padres will entertain moving him given the value they placed on him in previous trades.

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