The Yankees’ bullpen could significantly improve with a free agent signing.
New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman should consider free agent Jordan Hicks, a 27-year-old with substantial upside, as a potential candidate for velocity, despite his youth and potential for the St. Louis Cardinals and Toronto Blue Jays.
Hicks, a costly bullpen arm, is highly sought after by the Yankees and other teams. His potential with Matt Blake’s coaching could make him a valuable asset. However, the Yankees need to allocate financial resources more efficiently after signing Juan Soto, which is estimated to cost $30 million in arbitration. They could consider Yoshinobu Yamamoto or a lesser option to spend more on Hicks in the bullpen.
