New York Yankees aren't done; 3 moves the team still must make

New York Yankees aren’t done; 3 moves the team still must make

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 17: New York Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman looks on during batting practice prior to game four of the American League Championship Series against the Houston Astros at Yankee Stadium on October 17, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) /

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The New York Yankees finally have their ace. Now the focus shifts to these three moves team must make to prepare for the 2020 MLB season.

After signing Gerrit Cole to the richest contract for a pitcher in the history of baseball, it seemed as though the New York Yankees were finished making any major moves. With over three months remaining until the start of the 2020 season, however, that couldn’t be further from the truth.

While, for the most part, the pitching staff is set to go, some other areas are in need of being addressed sooner rather than later. Also, given the nature of Cole’s deal, the team would be wise to seek ways to shed some payroll.

So, here are three moves the New York Yankees must make before the coming season kicks off in March 2020.

First, they must find a center fielder; second, they must shed salary in order to negate as best as they could Cole’s incoming $36M salary; and finally, the team must settle on the corner infield positions.

These moves will not only enable the Yankees to field a complete team for the coming season, but it will also address the lack of depth the team suddenly has after Didi Gregorius’ departure.

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