The only thing that can end speculation about the New York Yankees trading for Nolan Arenado at this point is... the Yankees trading for Nolan Arenado. The Yankees' need at third base has been evident for a long time,

Trying to reach home plate after a sacrifice fly from Aaron Judge, Yankees utility man Oswaldo Cabrera dodged a tag, planted his foot to change direction and suffered an ankle injury that saw him carted off the field and taken to a nearby hospital.

The New York Yankees, perennial contenders with a championship-or-bust mentality, find themselves at a critical juncture in the 2025 season. Despite a formidable lineup, the glaring hole at third base has become impossible to ignore.