Yankees scout Twins players during Cubs series ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 6:44 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The New York Yankees have sent scouts to the series between the Minnesota Twins and Chicago Cubs this weekend. They are specifically looking at catcher Ryan Jeffers, pitcher Joe Ryan, and outfielder Trevor Larnach as trade targets ahead of the MLB trade deadline on August 3. The Yankees are currently competing in the AL East and looking for potential upgrades to improve their roster. While the Cubs are not expected to sell players, the Yankees' interest is focused solely on the Twins' prospects.
- •Yankees scouts observed Twins vs. Cubs series this weekend.
- •Targets include Ryan Jeffers, Joe Ryan, and Trevor Larnach.
- •Yankees are looking to improve their roster before the trade deadline.
- •Cubs unlikely to sell players; Yankees focus on Twins options.
- •Deadline for trades is August 3, 2026.
- 6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees send scouts to Cubs vs. Twins series amid trade interest in three players
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