An MLB analyst has called for the New York Yankees to consider trading Gleyber Torres in order to make room for two young prospects.
The New York Yankees shortstop battle has reached its final destination. In the coming week, we will have a clear winner. For the moment, no one can predict anything as both the prospects, Anthony Volpe and Oswald Peraza, have been going neck to neck in the competition. Apparently, both shortstops have received an equal amount of opportunities to lead the lineup at the top.
Since both Anthony Vole and Oswald Peraza have displayed an extreme level of skill set, many fans and critics have called in for the induction of these two prospects at the top of the lineup. However, the infield is crowded momentarily. Hence, if the Yankees wish to induct both the young guns, they might have to bid adieu to one of the regulars in the second or third base.
MLB Insider Feels Trading Gleyber Torres Is The Need Of The Hour For Yankees
Gleyber Torres, also a shortstop, played second base last season with the New York Yankees as IKF took charge of at the top. However, his numbers slowed down as the tournament progressed. Hence, MLB insider Ken Rosenthal feels the Yankees could trade Torres to make room for both Anthony Volpe and Oswald Peraza in the starting lineup. According to Ken, the Yankees should prioritize building for the future rather than holding onto Torres, who has struggled in recent seasons.
While the insider’s argument has some merit, it is worth noting that Torres is still a talented player with a lot of potentials. He was an All-Star in 2018 and 2019 and has shown flashes of brilliance at times. However, he has also been inconsistent, which has frustrated Yankees fans and analysts alike. Furthermore, the idea of trading Torres is not a new one. There have been rumors in the past about the Yankees considering a trade for Torres, particularly in the wake of his disappointing 2022 season, and also to clear the infield log jam. Regardless, the trade looks unlikely for the moment as the opening day approaches in one week.
Aaron Boone Reviews Oswald Peraza’s Spring Performance
Meanwhile, New York Yankees manager, Aaron Boone, delivered his verdict on the ongoing shortstop battle. He reviewed one of the candidates, Oswald Peraza’s spring training performance and termed it “OK.” Further, he was critical of his last game’s at-bats and said that he saw Oswald struggle for the first time this spring yesterday. However, he refuted any concerns and looked highly impressed with the 22-year-old.
The shortstop battle has rattled the New York Yankees organization. Moreover, the camp looks divided at the moment as a few players have vouched in for Anthony Volpe, whereas the top brass backs Oswald Peraza. That certainly explains the delay in decision-making. Despite having multiple meetings, the Bombers have failed to come to a consensus on one winner. Maybe they will resolve the issue in a couple of days, as opening day is just 6 days away.
