In this Yankees rumors and news update, the AL East is currently up for grabs and the New York Yankees could very well be buyers before the July 31st MLB trade deadline.
According to Michael Brown of Pinstripe Alley, one option for the Yankees on the trade market could be Minnesota Twins left fielder/designated hitter Josh Willingham:
As always, the key is the price. Willingham has the kind of profile that suggests both immediate upgrade while also not requiring a blue-chip prospect. But there's likely to be plenty of suitors for Willingham's services, so the Twins won't have to accept Austin Romine and a book of coupons and just be happy with it. My inclination is that a solid prospect or two should be sufficient for the team looking to nab the righty slugger.
He's certainly a fit for the Yankees, who can't keep trotting out Ichiro Suzuki everyday both due to his age and the fact that he is below-average offensive producer, particularly for a corner outfielder.
Despite a multitude of injuries, the New York Yankees sit just five games behind the Baltimore Orioles heading into the season's second half. An impact bat such as Willingham, despite questions about his durability, could be a key piece in moving the needle for the Yankees in their push for a pennant.
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