The New York Yankees reportedly have interest in outfielder Anthony Santander as they continue to explore replacements for Juan Soto.
It’s nearly impossible to replace a player of Juan Soto’s caliber, but the New York Yankees are pursuing some strong replacement options.
One candidate to fill the void left by Soto in the Yankees’ outfield has spent his entire career playing for the AL East rival Baltimore Orioles and had a big season in 2024.
According to Newsday‘s Erik Boland, the Yankees have interest in power-hitting free agent outfielder Anthony Santander, who appears to have mutual interest in dawning the pinstripes.
“Santander is said to be intrigued by the idea of being a Yankee,” Boland wrote.
Santander set career-highs with 44 home runs and 102 RBI for Baltimore last season. He also had a career-best .814 OPS (Excluding the shortened 2020 Covid season).
Santander, 30, smashed 155 home runs and posted a .776 OPS across eight big-league seasons with the Orioles. It appears that Baltimore has fully moved on from Santander after signing outfielder Tyler O’Neill to a three-year, $49.5 million deal last week.
The 2024 All-Star and Silver Slugger winner would be an ideal fit in the middle of the Yankees’ lineup. Santander is a switch-hitter that would provide balance and power to the Bronx Bombers’ offense that already has AL MVP Aaron Judge and DH Giancarlo Stanton.
Santander has mostly played right field in his career, but it’s possible that he could be slotted in as the left fielder given the Yankees want Judge to move back to right. Top prospect Jasson Dominguez is also a strong candidate to play center field, a position where he has more experience and comfort.
Beyond Santander, the Yankees have been exploring a trade with the Chicago Cubs for first baseman/outfielder Cody Bellinger. As Yankees On SI reported earlier in the week, New York’s No. 5 prospect, right-handed pitcher Will Warren, has been discussed as a potential piece that could be moved in a deal.
However, MLB insider Jon Heyman of The New York Post reported on Sunday that there is still a gap in Bellinger talks between the Yankees and Cubs due to money.
If the Yankees are unable to land Bellinger, the need for Santander or Teoscar Hernandez will increase. Should Bellinger wind up in the Bronx, the Yankees could make him their first baseman and still sign Santander to play the outfield.
News
Palestine Action ‘terror’ group behind RAF Brize Norton raid ‘plots attacks on three more air bases and drone factory’
Keep scrolling for a map highlighting potential targets THE Palestine Action group behind the RAF Brize Norton raid is reportedly plotting attacks on three more air bases and a drone factory. The organisation is believed to be planning hits on…
Zion Williamson Finally Speaks Out on Shocking Allegations, Reveals Bold Response Plan
Zion Williamson Breaks Silence Over Explosive Allegations, Calls Lawsuit ‘Defamatory and Financially Motivated’ In a stunning development that has rocked the NBA world, New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson is at the center of a legal firestorm following explosive allegations…
HOT NEWS ALERT: What was in that bag? Stefon Diggs hands off a suspicious package during a wild yacht party, and social media detectives are on the case. Theories are flying—and some are downright scandalous. This moment could be more than just a party clip!
“What Was in the Pink Bag? Stefon Diggs Sparks NFL Controversy After Yacht Party with Cardi B Goes Viral” Stefon Diggs is living large—maybe too large. The New England Patriots wide receiver has never been shy about enjoying the finer…
BREAKING: Shannon Sharpe just made a career-shaking announcement while staring down a $50 million lawsuit. Fans are stunned—was it a retirement, a power move, or something darker? The timing is no coincidence, and now the internet is split: is this damage control or defiance?
Shannon Sharpe Postpones Nightcap Tour Amid $50 Million ***ual ****ult Lawsuit: What It Means for His Media Empire and Career In a stunning turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the sports and entertainment world, NFL Hall of Famer…
CAUGHT RED-HANDED: A cameraman was exposed during a live women’s tennis match for zooming in from an inappropriate angle—and the moment the umpire called him out? The entire stadium gasped. Social media is in flames. Fans are demanding answers. Who let this happen… and how long has it gone on?
“BACK OFF!” Tennis Star Danielle Collins Confronts Cameraman in Fiery Courtside Clash During Strasbourg Match—Fans Divided Over How Close Is Too Close It wasn’t a racquet smash or an umpire outburst that stirred the biggest conversation at the Internationaux de…
SHOCKING RISE: From Chicago streets to the Vatican throne? Robert Prevost’s hidden past and fast climb through the church ranks will leave you stunned.
Chicago Native Becomes First American Pope, Ushering in a New Era for the Catholic Church Vatican City / Chicago – May 9, 2025 White smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel this morning, signaling a monumental decision that would reverberate around…
End of content
No more pages to load
