Yankees seek outfield help as MLB trade deadline nears
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 2:04 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
As the MLB trade deadline approaches on August 3, the New York Yankees are actively seeking outfield assistance. The team is currently missing all regular outfielders due to injuries, with Cody Bellinger the latest addition to the injured list. General Manager Brian Cashman is exploring potential trades, eyeing players like Lane Thomas, Spencer Steer, Jo Adell, Jorge Soler, and George Springer. Meanwhile, the Detroit Tigers are contemplating the future of ace pitcher Tarik Skubal, who has returned from elbow surgery but may be moved if the team fails to contend for a playoff spot. Detroit is four games behind the third AL wild-card position.
- •MLB trade deadline is August 3 at 6 p.m. ET.
- •Yankees face injuries to all starting outfielders.
- •Detroit Tigers are currently four games out of a playoff spot.
- •Skubal's future remains uncertain as trade talks heat up.
- 2:04 PMYahoo Sports — MLB trade deadline rumors: Yankees need OF help, Tarik Skubal watch is on
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