EPISODE · Jun 15, 2026 · 40 MIN
Ranking Yankees Trade Targets
from Crosstown Nine Podcast · host Schnabel Studios
The MLB Trade Deadline is approaching, and the Yankees have some major decisions to make.Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/dYhnmwQANbIn this episode of Crosstown Nine, Chris Schnabel and Jhon Guarin put together a Yankees trade deadline tier list, breaking down some of the biggest names connected to New York and deciding whether each player is a perfect fit, a realistic target, or a move that simply will never happen.The guys debate blockbuster possibilities like Tarik Skubal and Mike Trout, potential upgrades such as Hunter Goodman, CJ Abrams, Byron Buxton, and Zach Neto, and whether the Yankees should take a chance on adding another frontline arm or focus on fixing their biggest weaknesses.The conversation also dives into the Yankees' biggest needs heading into the second half of the season:Catcher upgrades and offensive production behind the plateAnthony Volpe’s struggles and possible shortstop replacementsBullpen concerns and potential relief pitcher targetsOutfield depth and the impact of young players like Jasson Domínguez and Spencer JonesWhether the Yankees should make a splash or trust their current rosterChris and Jhon also discuss the New York Knicks championship celebration, what it means to finally see a New York team win a title again, and why the Yankees front office cannot afford to waste another season with Aaron Judge in his prime.From realistic trade targets to dream scenarios, this is the ultimate Yankees trade deadline conversation.Subscribe for more Yankees analysis, MLB breakdowns, and Crosstown Nine Podcast episodes covering everything New York baseball.Follow us on social!Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/crosstownninepodcastTikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/crosstownninepodcastchnabelChapters00:07 – Knicks Championship Celebration & New York Sports Discussion02:53 – Yankees Updates, Ben Rice & Trade Deadline Game Explained05:27 – Tarik Skubal & Top Starting Pitching Targets10:06 – Hunter Goodman, Catcher Needs & Yankees Offensive Holes13:15 – Byron Buxton, Mike Trout & Outfield Trade Possibilities16:50 – Zach Neto, Anthony Volpe & Shortstop Upgrades20:20 – CJ Abrams, O’Neil Cruz & Ideal Yankees Fits23:33 – Bad Fits, Luis Arraez & Third Base Conversations29:08 – Josh Hader, AJ Puk & Yankees Bullpen Targets35:23 – Brock Burke, Final Trade Tier List & Deadline Strategy39:08 – Closing Thoughts
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The MLB Trade Deadline is approaching, and the Yankees have some major decisions to make.Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/dYhnmwQANbIn this episode of Crosstown Nine, Chris Schnabel and Jhon Guarin put together a Yankees trade deadline tier list, breaking down some of the biggest names connected to New York and deciding whether each player is a perfect fit, a realistic target, or a move that simply will never happen.The guys debate blockbuster possibilities like Tarik Skubal and Mike Trout, potential upgrades such as Hunter Goodman, CJ Abrams, Byron Buxton, and Zach Neto, and whether the Yankees should take a chance on adding another frontline arm or focus on fixing their biggest weaknesses.The conversation also dives into the Yankees' biggest needs heading into the second half of the season:Catcher upgrades and offensive production behind the plateAnthony Volpe’s struggles and possible shortstop replacementsBullpen concerns and potential relief pitcher targetsOutfield depth and the impact of young players like Jasson Domínguez and Spencer JonesWhether the Yankees should make a splash or trust their current rosterChris and Jhon also discuss the New York Knicks championship celebration, what it means to finally see a New York team win a title again, and why the Yankees front office cannot afford to waste another season with Aaron Judge in his prime.From realistic trade targets to dream scenarios, this is the ultimate Yankees trade deadline conversation.Subscribe for more Yankees analysis, MLB breakdowns, and Crosstown Nine Podcast episodes covering everything New York baseball.Follow us on social!Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/crosstownninepodcastTikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/crosstownninepodcastchnabelChapters00:07 – Knicks Championship Celebration & New York Sports Discussion02:53 – Yankees Updates, Ben Rice & Trade Deadline Game Explained05:27 – Tarik Skubal & Top Starting Pitching Targets10:06 – Hunter Goodman, Catcher Needs & Yankees Offensive Holes13:15 – Byron Buxton, Mike Trout & Outfield Trade Possibilities16:50 – Zach Neto, Anthony Volpe & Shortstop Upgrades20:20 – CJ Abrams, O’Neil Cruz & Ideal Yankees Fits23:33 – Bad Fits, Luis Arraez & Third Base Conversations29:08 – Josh Hader, AJ Puk & Yankees Bullpen Targets35:23 – Brock Burke, Final Trade Tier List & Deadline Strategy39:08 – Closing Thoughts
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