Summary
The New York Yankees are considering signing Bo Bichette, a shortstop from the Toronto Blue Jays, during the offseason. If they sign Bichette, they might trade their star second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. This possible change is happening because the Yankees are planning for the future, especially since one player will miss the start of the season due to surgery.
Key Facts
- The Yankees are thinking about signing Bo Bichette, a free agent from the Toronto Blue Jays.
- Currently, there is no long-term spot for Bichette in the Yankees' infield.
- Anthony Volpe, a current Yankees player, will miss Opening Day because of shoulder surgery.
- Jazz Chisholm Jr. might be traded if the Yankees sign Bichette.
- Chisholm has one year left on his contract and has been an All-Star twice.
- Chisholm hit 31 home runs with 80 RBIs this past season.
- The Yankees have not shown strong interest in keeping Chisholm for the long term.