Yankees Target Jeffers at Deadline | Minnesota Twins News

The Yankees are on the hunt for a game-changing catcher before the MLB trade deadline, with insider Gary Sheffield Jr. naming Minnesota’s Ryan Jeffers as their top target. In exchange for Jeffers, the Yankees would ship prospects Henry Lalane and Bryce Cunningham plus catcher JC Escarra — a hefty deal Sheffield Jr. admits is an overpay but believes is worth it for a contact-hitting backstop. Jeffers is crushing it this season with a .283 average and 9 homers, far outpacing the struggling Austin Wells. With Judge’s status uncertain and the bullpen holding steady, landing Jeffers could be the pivotal move to elevate the lineup and boost their playoff chances. 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/a71244538a96823e