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Yankees Reportedly Could Bring Back $2.5M Arm Who Faded in Second Half

Yankees Reportedly Could Bring Back $2.5M Arm Who Faded in Second Half

Summary

The New York Yankees are considering bringing back pitcher Luke Weaver to improve their bullpen. Despite Weaver's struggles toward the end of the previous season, the team is in contact with him as a potential free-agent signing. However, talks are not advanced, and multiple teams are interested in him.

Key Facts

  • The Yankees need to strengthen their bullpen before spring training.
  • Luke Weaver struggled with performance after returning from injury, especially in September and October.
  • His ERA jumped from 2.60 to 3.62 in the last month of the regular season.
  • Weaver gave up five earned runs during his three postseason appearances.
  • The Yankees remain in contact with Weaver as a potential free-agent signing to boost their bullpen.
  • Multiple teams have shown interest in signing Weaver as a free agent.
  • Weaver made $2.5 million last season but may command more due to demand from other teams.
  • The Yankees have not frequently re-signed their own free agents recently.
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