The New York Yankees‘ front office has undeniably made some high-stakes decisions, adopting a risky and costly strategy to shape the team’s roster.
Notably, they invested a hefty $50 million over two years on Josh Donaldson and took the controversial step of trading for the already injured Frankie Montas. Moreover, the choice by general manager Brian Cashman to exchange Jordan Montgomery for an injured outfielder who was absent for half of the 2023 season indicates a pattern of the Yankees embracing some perilous gambits.
Aaron Judge: A Beacon of Responsibility
Even amid the criticisms, star hitter Aaron Judge defended Cashman, especially after his stellar performance in Friday night’s triumph over the Arizona Diamondbacks.