A trade pitch has the New York Yankees dealing starting pitcher Marcus Stroman to a rival AL team for another starting pitcher.

The New York Yankees find themselves in a difficult position as they attempt to trade veteran right-handed starting pitcher Marcus Stroman before the 2025 season begins. Stroman, owed $18 million next season with a vesting option for another $18 million in 2026 if he surpasses 140 innings pitched,

The Yankees have six pitchers for five rotation spots. Will they want to pay Stroman $18 million to essentially be a sixth starter?

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported that the New York Yankees, 'are actively trying to deal starter Marcus Stroman and clear his $18 million salary,' in a Janu

When a player dons the New York Yankees uniform, they’re automatically put under a microscope and forced to perform under extreme pressure. Suiting up for a club that’s won more championships than any other comes with a territory.

The Yankees are willing to eat part of the remaining salary on Marcus Stroman's contract to facilitate a trade. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

Thus, the Yankees would like to trade Stroman and open up the resources to address other needs. However, they are finding it difficult, not just because of the $18 million this se

The New York Yankees thought they were bolstering their rotation ahead of the 2024 season when they signed Marcus Stroman to a two-year deal worth $37 million. New York needed another arm and Stroman was coming off an All-Star season with the Chicago Cubs.

The latest topic of conversation is Marcus Stroman, who is owed $18 million in 2025 and has a vesting player option for 2026 for the same price if he pitches 140 or more innings this upcoming season.