The New York Yankees have reportedly established a backup plan while pursuing Eugenio Suárez as a solution to their third base needs. Suárez, currently a slugger for the Arizona Diamondbacks with 36 home runs so far this season, has drawn significant attention from multiple teams. Seen as one of the most formidable power hitters available on the trade market, Suárez fits the Yankees’ desire to strengthen their lineup.
Ryan McMahon Identified as Potential Contingency Choice
Recognizing the strong competition for Suárez, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman appears to be planning ahead. According to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, the organization has shown interest in Ryan McMahon from the Colorado Rockies as a fallback option. Feinsand tweeted,
“The Yankees have interest in Ryan McMahon as a backup plan to Eugenio Suarez, sources said, as they try to upgrade at third base.”
He also noted,
“McMahon is controlled through 2027, earning $16 million in each of the next two seasons.”
McMahon’s Career Background and Current Performance
Ryan McMahon, 30, remains under contract with the Rockies through 2027 as part of a six-year, $70 million deal signed after being the 42nd overall pick in the 2013 MLB draft. He has maintained a career OPS of .743. This season, however, McMahon’s batting average stands at .217, below his career mark of .240, accompanied by a .717 OPS, 16 home runs, and 35 RBIs as of Thursday. Despite this dip, his selection as a first-time All-Star last year hints at a possible rebound in his upcoming performances.
Implications for the Yankees’ Roster Strategy
Should Eugenio Suárez either remain with Arizona or be acquired by another team, Ryan McMahon could become a pivotal figure in the Yankees’ plans to shore up third base. With Cashman’s proactive approach, New York is positioning itself to enhance its infield regardless of Suárez’s availability, keeping McMahon under close observation as a viable alternative.