Michael Sakuraba

Joined: Aug 31, 2024

Mike Sakuraba is a contributing writer for the Yankees and Mets On SI sites. He has previously written for Betcris, Rotocurve, and TimTurkhockey.com.

Aug 11, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners second baseman Jorge Polanco (7) celebrates after scoring a run against the New York Mets during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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The New York Yankees will need to find a trade partner for pitcher Marcus Stroman before making any additional moves to bolster their roster.

Sep 21, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; New York Yankees third baseman Jon Berti (19) reacts after being hit by a pitch against the Oakland Athletics in the eighth inning at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Former New York Yankees utility man Jon Berti has agreed to a contract with the Chicago Cubs, per Robert Murray of FanSided.

Sep 8, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees center fielder Jasson Dominguez (89) is greeted in the dugout after hitting a home run in the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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This MLB insider believes the New York Yankees could move Jasson Dominguez higher in the batting order this season.

Sep 28, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners designated hitter Jorge Polanco (7) hits a two-run single during the fourth inning against the Oakland Athletics at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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The New York Yankees have kicked the tires on the veteran second baseman in search of adding a new infield option.

Oct 29, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) reacts after stealing second base against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third inning during game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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This MLB insider believes that the Yankees will shift Jazz Chisholm back to second base next season.

Sep 26, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals third base Nolan Arenado (28) in the dugout in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Amidst a busy offseason for the Yankees, one MLB Insider says they are not in on a potential trade for third baseman Nolan Arenado.

Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (14) delivers a pitch during the first inning against Mexico at LoanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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The Yankees met with star Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki on Thursday, the same day he met with the cross-town rival New York Mets.

Oct 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (27) reacts after hitting a home run against Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Ryan Brasier (57) during the third inning in game five of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Despite having a bounce-back year and impressive October, this Yankees slugger's contract has been named one of the worst in baseball ahead of 2025.

Oct 26, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) hits a solo home run in the third inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game two of the 2024 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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New York Yankees' superstar free agent Juan Soto teased fans with a video he posted on his Instagram account.

Oct 25, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham (12) warms up before game one against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2024 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The Yankees avoided arbitration with an outfielder for a total of $5 million and non-tendered a veteran utility man and a lefty reliever.

Mar 24, 2024; Bradenton, Florida, USA; New York Yankees infielder Caleb Durbin (87) throws the ball for an out during the second inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at LECOM Park. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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The Yankees' second-base prospect was awarded the Arizona Fall League Breakout Prospect of the Year Award for 2024.

Oct 14, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees former pitcher CC Sabathia throws the ceremonial first pitch before game one of the ALCS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs between the New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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This former Yankee ace has been selected to this year’s Hall of Fame ballot.

Michael Sakuraba

Joined: Aug 31, 2024

Yankees Lose Another Infield Target to Mariners

Yankees’ Infield Target Signs With AL East Rival Rays

Hal Steinbrenner Reveals Yankees Will Discuss Contract Extension With Aaron Boone

Could Yankees Make a Late Play For Nolan Arenado?

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Yankees Trying to Trade Marcus Stroman Before Making More Moves

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Ex-New York Yankees Utility Man Jon Berti Signs MLB Deal With Cubs

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Insider Reveals Where Yankees Could Deploy Jasson Dominguez in 2025 Lineup

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Yankees Interested in Jorge Polanco as Infield Option

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Insider Reveals Yankees Will Move Jazz Chisholm Back to Natural Position

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Insider Reveals Yankees Are Not in on Nolan Arenado

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New York Yankees Met With International Free Agent Roki Sasaki

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Yankees’ Postseason Hero Named Among Worst Contracts in 2025

Yankees Retain Outfielder for $5 million; Non-Tender Utility Man, Lefty Reliever

Potential Yankees’ Gleyber Torres Replacement Earns Impressive AFL Award

Yankees’ Fan Favorite Enters Baseball Hall of Fame Balloting