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Should the Yankees pull off a trade for Tucker, it would potentially leave room to explore other options for corner infield roles, such as acquiring Alex Bregman or Christian Walker. Nevertheless, Ariel stresses that the key to the Yankees' success lies in their offensive capabilities, suggesting that maintaining a strong lineup has historically been their pathway to the World Series.

The Importance of Defensive Cohesion

The importance of solid defense cannot be overstated, particularly with a ground-ball pitcher like Fried. Ariel points out that the Yankees struggled with their infield defense in the postseason, leading to critical errors that contributed to their downfall.