The New York Yankees have been linked to Bo Bichette, but the interest may not be as real as it sounds.
Chris Kirschner of The Athletic explained that Bichette is not a top priority for New York. The Yankees are still focused on Cody Bellinger.
Even though Bichette and Bellinger play different positions, Bichette is not central to the Yankees’ plans.
Kirschner said the Yankees are unlikely to pursue both players. If Bellinger stays, Bichette becomes irrelevant. Bichette would only come into play if Bellinger signs elsewhere, which Kirschner does not expect to happen.
He believes the Yankees and Bellinger will eventually agree on a new deal.
Kirschner also said the Yankees’ interest in Bichette is very loose. They have checked in, but that does not mean much.
General managers check in on almost every available player. It is part of the job. Asking questions does not mean serious talks are happening.
Right now, everything points back to Bellinger being the main focus. That approach makes sense for this version of the Yankees.
Still, it feels different from the past. The old Yankees might have found a way to land both stars.
