Yankees Eye Japanese Pitcher Taira | New York Yankees News

The Yankees are eyeing Japanese phenom Kaima Taira, a 26-year-old Seibu Lions pitcher with an electric fastball and eight-pitch arsenal, potentially the top free agent after Tarik Skubal. Though his starter pedigree is limited and his build raises durability questions, his elite bullpen upside makes him a perfect fit for New York’s relief corps—especially as they prepare for a possible lockout and looming roster moves. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4f5bf8385018bb99