Summary
The New York Yankees may not sign top free-agent outfielders Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker due to budget restrictions. The team intends to keep its payroll under $300 million, limiting its ability to afford high-priced contracts.
Key Facts
- The Yankees have been linked to several top free agents this offseason.
- Their major offseason move has been re-signing Trent Grisham for $22 million.
- Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner mentioned the team may be more careful with spending.
- Michael Kay, a broadcaster, said staying under $300 million could prevent acquiring top players like Bellinger or Tucker.
- The Yankees' current payroll constraints limit their ability to sign players with large contracts.
- Despite the budget limit, it is not confirmed how strictly the team will adhere to it.
