Yankees show interest in trading for Corey Seager from Rangers

The New York Yankees are exploring a trade for Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, who is signed for $325 million. The Yankees are currently dealing with infield instability, particularly at shortstop and second base, prompting this consideration ahead of the August 3 trade deadline. Second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. is in a contract year, and neither Anthony Volpe nor Jose Caballero have secured the shortstop position, as Volpe is batting.242 this season. Seager has struggled, hitting.182, but his advanced metrics suggest potential upside. The proposed trade framework would send Volpe to Texas, accompanied by additional prospects, while the Rangers' playoff ambitions complicate negotiations.

• 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees Proposed to Trade for $325 Million Rangers Shortstop Corey Seager