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?

The New York Yankees are plotting anyway they can create a roster spot by moving Marcus Stroman. With many teams not interested, New York has now offered to pay a chunk of Stroman's 2025 salary. Who wants him now?

The New York Yankees would land a three-time All-Star "best option" to pair with Aaron Judge in this blockbuster trade idea.

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 Yankees are still trying to trade Marcus Stroman and are willing to pay down his $18M salary. Should they save money there, the Yankees would have more to spend on an infielder — though don’t expect Alex Bregman or Nolan Arenado.

The Yankees are truly looking to offload Marcus Stroman via trade, as they are reportedly willing to eat some of his contract to make it work.

The New York Yankees have been trying to trade Marcus Stroman. His contract and underwhelming 2024 season will make it tough to find a suitor, but the Yankees should still be able to find a team willing to take Stroman.