Summary
The New York Yankees are considering a trade to acquire All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for two prospects. This move could improve their lineup, while the future role of current shortstop Anthony Volpe, who struggled with offensive performance and defense last season, remains uncertain.
Key Facts
- The Yankees want Ketel Marte, an All-Star second baseman from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
- The proposed trade involves sending two Yankees prospects, Elmer Rodriguez and Roderick Arias, to the Diamondbacks.
- Ketel Marte recently signed a six-year contract worth $116 million.
- Marte has been an All-Star for the past two seasons and has received MVP votes and Silver Slugger Awards.
- Marte's addition could allow the Yankees to rearrange their infield, with Jazz Chisholm Jr. moving back to third base.
- Anthony Volpe, currently the Yankees shortstop, had the most errors in the league last season but played through a shoulder injury.
- Volpe could improve after off-season surgery, but his offensive struggles were evident even before his injury.
