Astros Might Give The Yankees A Tough Time In Signing Andrew Benintendi!

For the better part of the last month, most of the news about the New York Yankees has been related to Aaron Judge\’s signing. However, he is not the only player who chose free agency. Other names, like Jacob deGrom, Trea Turner, and Andrew Benintendi, are free agents. Looks like the Yankees have been particularly interested in Benintendi. Previously, they would not have much problem in signing the player again. However, it seems like the Houston Astros might be in to spoil the party for the Yankees. 

The Astros Might Compete With The Yankees For Andrew Benintendi!

When it comes to the Yankees\’ outfielder for the next campaign, Aaron Judge is not the only player the squad has to work on. An abundance of potential suitors is anticipated for Andrew Benintendi, another highly sought-after free agent. And the team that might give the Yankees a tough time in bidding for Andrew is the same one who crushed their dream of winning the ALCS.

The Astros\’ Monday agreement to sign the first baseman Jose Abreu to a three-year, $60 million contract may have been a crucial step for the team, according to a story from The Post. The Houston Astros strategically eliminated the New York Yankees from the postseason. They are thought by some to be a strong match for Benintendi as well. After being traded from Kansas City to The Bronx in July, the 28-year-old Benintendi performed admirably. The Yankees are still confident that if DJ LeMahieu and Benintendi had been healthy, they could have at least fought Houston in the ALCS.

The Yankees were baffled by Benintendi\’s fractured hamate bone injury. That forced him to miss the rest of the season. The usual treatment involves removing the affected bone, making it nearly hard for it to grow again. However, Benintendi got injured following a swing on September 2 and could not recover. He stated that if the Yankees had won the World Series, he might have been able to play. Since they are experiencing the same problems regarding the trade deadline, the Yankees are interested in a reunion. After hearing this, they were initially persuaded to trade three minor-league pitchers for Benintendi.

The Yankees, who recently signed Anthony Rizzo to play first base, would want to know how much Judge would cost if he returned before making any further expensive decisions. Before signing a two-year, $40 million contract, Rizzo also had attention from the Astros. The Astros may be trying too hard to hurt Benintendi to get revenge for not landing Rizzo.

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