Robert Sabo for the NY Post

Giancarlo Stanton, who joined the New York Yankees in 2018 following a high-profile trade, has had an up-and-down tenure in the Bronx. While he’s delivered key postseason moments, including memorable home runs, his massive contract and frequent injuries have raised concerns about his long-term value.

This year, Giancarlo Stanton broke out in postseason to earn ALCS MVP honours. Still, a WFAN radio host Sal Licata called for rethinking. In a recent rant, he urged the New York Yankees to look beyond Stanton as the latter’s future is uncertain due to his inconsistency and injury history.

Sal Licata Wants Yankees Giancarlo Stanton Traded

X.com

Sal Licata, a prominent New York sports commentator, has voiced a strategic idea for the Yankees as they prepare for the upcoming season: trading Giancarlo Stanton. With Juan Soto’s free agency looming and the potential for a historic contract, Licata argues that the Yanks should focus their efforts on clearing salary space rather than sinking substantial funds into a single superstar. Licata suggests that moving Stanton’s contract off the books would give the Bombers more flexibility to address roster needs across multiple areas. With a more versatile and well-rounded roster, Licata argues, the team would be better positioned to make a legitimate title run rather than relying heavily on individual stars. “I think they have more important things to take care of than bringing back Juan Soto,” Licata explained.

He pointed out that if ownership commits upwards of $600 million to retain Juan Soto, other improvements might take a back seat. As a result, the New York Yankees could end up with a lineup similar to the 2023 roster, a team that fell short of expectations and was widely considered flawed. Licata also noted that if the Yankees kept Soto, the team would need to make “minimal moves” to stay under budget, which he feels would likely limit any significant improvements. Of course, trading Giancarlo Stanton would require his approval due to his no-trade clause. Yet Licata believes this is a worthwhile pursuit. Stanton’s value could be relatively high coming off a strong postseason, and the move would free up the designated hitter spot, a flexible position that could benefit star outfielders like Aaron Judge or, potentially, Juan Soto. In Licata’s view, parting with Stanton could signify a first step toward a balanced lineup.

MLB Analyst Suggests Aaron Judge To Move On From Centre Field

LA Times
An MLB analyst recently sparked debate by suggesting the Yankees should move Aaron Judge out of center field, citing concerns about his long-term durability. In Braun’s view, Judge may not be ideally suited for the demanding center-field role, especially considering his size and the wear it could impose on his body over time.

The analyst suggested Jasson Dominguez, a top Yankees prospect known for his athleticism, as an ideal candidate for center field, a move that could better balance the outfield. Despite some initial reservations about Dominguez’s readiness, the analyst believes that he could thrive in the role with the right development and confidence from the Yankees’ staff.