Yankees Expected to Feel Loss of Wandy Peralta After He Signed With Padres

New York Yankees sought a starting pitcher, targeting Japanese sensation Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the offseason.

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Despite high expectations, Yamamoto signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, leaving the Yankees disappointed.

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In their pursuit, the Yankees signed lefty sluggers like Juan Soto, Alex Verdugo, and Trent Grisham to address outfield issues.

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To bolster the pitching depth, the Yankees secured Marcus Stroman on a two-year deal but missed out on Blake Snell.

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Wandy Peralta was another option for bullpen depth, but he recently signed with the San Diego Padres.

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MLB Insider Andy Martino highlighted that the Yankees will likely miss Peralta's contribution and mentioned the team's unsuccessful attempt to sign him.

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