The New York Yankees hope to build on the team that won the American League pennant this season. The first step in their summer is re-signing standout outfielder Juan Soto. The rest of the offseason is depends on how the first priority proceeds. If they keep Soto, they’ll likely stick with Plan A, which includes cutting costs with a few more additions and being as cheap yet efficient as possible. Plan B would most likely involve bringing in three or four star players to fill in the gaps on the roster.
Neither option includes bringing Clay Holmes back to the Bronx. Zachary Rotman of FanSided recently predicted that the Yankees might cut relations with the All-Star closer. Holmes is expected to sign a four-year, $54 million deal this winter, according to Spotrac.
“The 31-year-old got off to a blistering start and didn’t even allow an earned run until the middle of May, but he pitched to a 4.60 ERA in his 47 appearances after that and blew 12 of his 29 save opportunities in that span,” according to Rotman.
“His stuff is great, he limits hard contact, but he doesn’t get nearly enough swing and miss for a closer, struggled mightily in the ninth inning of games, and as his 1.302 WHIP would indicate, it was rarely smooth sailing when Holmes took the mound.” It’s hard to conceive that anyone in the Bronx, including Holmes, wants the two sides to reach an agreement.
The Yankees and their supporters are certainly looking for a more consistent closer who will not squander more than 12 saves per season. Holmes is likely looking for a fresh start without the pressure of the pinstripes dragging on him.
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