Yankees fans on a rollercoaster ride as Yamamoto meetings continue
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- December 14, 2023
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Yankees fans, let’s ease up on the pessimism in the midst of the battle for Yoshinobu Yamamoto‘s signature! As you’ve probably seen in the news, Yamamoto, a name unfamiliar to many baseball fans until his standout performances in the World Baseball Classic, is now a hot commodity and on the radar of the New York Yankees. It all seems promising, doesn’t it?
Delving into the tug-of-war between the Yankees and the MLB clubs for Yamamoto
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At just 25 years old, he’s drawing interest from several teams, with the Yankees reportedly making him their top priority. However, injecting a bit of drama into the narrative, the Los Angeles Dodgers, riding high after securing Ohtani, are leveraging their newfound superstar to woo Yamamoto. They had a meeting with the Japanese player yesterday, accompanied by the former LA Angels star player. Plus, the Phillies were another club that had a meeting with Yamamoto.
Beyond them, the Toronto Blue Jays and Boston Red Sox are also actively pursuing the Japanese pitcher, while the San Francisco Giants are in the mix, aiming to strengthen their pitching rotation.
What makes Yamamoto a focal point this offseason?
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Yamamoto’s allure stems not just from his impressive track record in Japan, maintaining a sub-2.00 ERA and sub-1.00 WHIP over seven seasons, but also from the advanced pitch data available to MLB teams. Analysts, including Eno Sarris, highlight the excellence of Yamamoto’s pitches, with his splitter being touted as possibly the best in baseball. This enhanced understanding of player performance has instilled confidence in teams, potentially paving the way for a significant deal, perhaps a 10-year, $300 million contract for Yamamoto.
Can the Yankees seal the deal?
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We recently discussed how The Athletic reported that the biggest MLB teams are making waves to sign Yamamoto during this offseason.
I hope #Yamamoto doesn’t sign with the #Dodgers for several reasons, but one of them is that I would really like a postseason pitching matchup someday to be #Ohtani v. Yamamoto. #Mets #Yankees #RedSox #HotStove pic.twitter.com/cPaXmHCh0d
— Kelley Franco Throop (@threeinningfan) December 14, 2023
However, it’s not over for the Yankees; in all honesty, the faith they’ve placed in this pursuit, as seen in the remarks from general manager Brian Cashman, suggests optimism. Yankees fans are sensing Yamamoto inching closer to the Dodgers.
It's not a signature but Yamamoto is a Yankees fan👀🔥💪 pic.twitter.com/wq815JB8Lm
— Michael Ramírez (@Michael89409781) December 14, 2023
Yesterday, we noted that some reactions were already tinged with pessimism, but today it’s taken a darker turn, with some suggesting that the deal is done. Is it, though?
Yankees need to get Yamamoto. They cannot let the Dodgers get another Japanese star. The Yankees desperately need a Japanese star to still have a big influence on Japanese players that come to the MLB in the future. If they lose on Yamamoto that will change for the bad
— Navy (@Gmen_Navy_) December 14, 2023
According to the latest news, nothing is finalized, which could make things either easier or more complicated. Understandably, pessimism lingers, given the Yankees’ challenging season. Nevertheless, some fans should take a breath; nothing is set in stone, folks.
As the offseason unfolds, the dynamics of player contracts, team strategies, and unexpected developments continue to captivate baseball enthusiasts, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
What are your thoughts? Share them below.
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