The rumored trade package floating around that purportedly tied the Yankees to Edward Cabrera of the Miami Marlins sounded like something every fan — even those who are risk-averse and afraid of Cabrera's elbow — would say an enthusiastic "yes" to without blinking. That's why it never seemed plausible and, unsurprisingly, didn't happen. Instead, the Cubs jumped in and dealt their No. 1 prospect away, something the Yankees would've never done.
We all know how much Brian Cashman covets "years of control" when determining his starting pitching targets, whether he's eyeing starters or relievers. He's not the only one; there's a reason Shane Baz required Baltimore to surrender four top-30 prospects and a draft pick.