With Dellin Betances likely to sign elsewhere this winter, the Yankees have an opening in their bullpen for an experienced shut-down relief pitcher. And while those don’t fall off trees, it came as a surprise that the Yanks were connected to recent NL Reliever of the Year, Josh Hader.
For one, the Brewers are home to one of the games brightest young stars in Christian Yelich. Just one season removed from an MVP award, the Brewers are solid offensively, yet could use upgrades to their starting rotation.
Therefore, you would think trading Hader, a rock at the back of the bullpen — one that can pitch multiple innings, would be a lateral move.