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In light of these rumors, the Yankees might pursue more frugal options like Peralta to bolster their rotation without breaking the bank. The possible acquisition of a promising arm at just $8 million provides flexibility and keeps their payroll in check, allowing the front office to allocate resources more effectively elsewhere.
Meanwhile, the Bellinger saga exemplifies the disconnect that can occur between player valuation and team willingness to pay. If his asking price truly approaches $50 million annually, it’s a clear sign he’s targeting a star-level contract that the Yankees — and likely other teams — will be wary of fulfilling.