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MLB Rumors: Yankees Believe They Have 'Legit Shot' at Yamamoto amid Mets Buzz

Despite a wide array of potential suitors, the New York Yankees believe they "have a legit shot" at signing high-profile free agent pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

Yamamoto reportedly has "the deepest group of serious suitors for any player in the $200M category," according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The New York Mets are currently considered the "favorite" to sign him, however.

The Yankees are looking for another elite starting pitcher to complement ace Gerrit Cole, the 2023 AL Cy Young winner.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.