Yankees targeting trade for catcher Ryan Jeffers ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:27 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The New York Yankees are exploring trade options for a catcher as the MLB deadline approaches. Yankees catchers have struggled offensively this season, hitting just.160, prompting the need for an upgrade. Minnesota Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers has emerged as a potential target due to his right-handed bat and offensive capabilities. Adding Jeffers could enhance the Yankees' lineup balance as they aim for a deep postseason run.
- •Yankees catchers are hitting.160 this season, one of the worst in MLB.
- •Ryan Jeffers is being considered as a trading target for the Yankees.
- •Jeffers would provide additional offensive support and a right-handed bat.
- •The trade deadline is approaching, adding urgency to the Yankees' search.
- 11:27 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees linked to MLB trade deadline deal for catcher
"The New York Yankees have spent much of the 2026 MLB season near the top of the American League standings, but even contenders have weaknesses. As the MLB trade deadline approaches, one area continues to stand out as a major…
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