The complicated lockout reality for Yankees infield trade market

The Yankees are open to trade discussions about infielder Ryan McMahon, but a rival general manager’s claim that they might also move Luis García Jr. was disputed by someone in the Yankees organisation. McMahon’s poor season has made a departure seem likely, though the financial terms could make a deal difficult.

McMahon is due $16 million in 2027, so the Yankees may need to cover part of that salary or accept another undesirable contract. A further complication is uncertainty over whether the 2027 season could be shortened, making teams cautious about trading for players with only one year left on their contracts.