The New York Yankees are actively exploring options to strengthen their bullpen as the team navigates the current MLB free agency period.
According to “reporting from ESPN,” the organization has shown a clear interest in signing left-handed pitcher Adrian Morejon.
Morejon, who has been a member of the San Diego Padres since 2019, is currently testing the market as a free agent.
The left-hander produced a 2.83 ERA with 107 strikeouts and a 1.08 WHIP over 86 innings during the most recent campaign.
He also achieved a career-high 28 holds, establishing himself as a top option for teams seeking relief depth.
However, the pursuit of Morejon appears contingent on the status of veteran pitcher David Bednar, “as noted by ClutchPoints.”
Bednar, who served as the team’s closer last season, recorded 35 saves and a 2.47 ERA.
New York is currently waiting to see if the veteran will accept a one-year, $23.15 million qualifying offer.
The deadline for that decision is set for Tuesday, and the outcome will likely dictate the team’s subsequent moves.
Regarding the potential for high-value contracts, general manager Brian Cashman addressed his team’s financial strategy.
Cashman stated that he is “not afraid to do it” should the right opportunity surface for a reliever, despite having avoided such deals in recent years.
The front office remains focused on improving the roster after the club finished with a 93-68 record last season.
The team placed second in the AL East before being swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Division Series.
As the offseason progresses, the Yankees continue to evaluate various trade and free agency scenarios to bolster their pitching staff.
The organization is also monitoring other potential moves, including “trade rumors involving Ryan McMahon,” according to recent reports.