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Aaron Judge pushes for Yankees to go 'all-in' this offseason after disappointing playoff exit
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- The New York Yankees were swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALDS, marking their third consecutive postseason elimination at home despite strong regular-season performances.
- Star player Aaron Judge missed the postseason due to a calf injury and urged the team to go "all-in" this offseason to address roster weaknesses and compete for a championship.
- The upcoming offseason presents challenges, including a weak free-agent class beyond Tarik Skubal and an anticipated player lockout starting December 1, which will limit transactions and shorten spring training.
- The Yankees need improvements at second base, third base, center field, and bullpen, with some internal options available but a clear expectation to pursue higher-quality upgrades.
- Despite a 93-68 record and the AL's second-best regular-season performance, the Yankees face a 17-year World Series drought, tied for the longest in franchise history.
