All-Star Infielder Could Replace Yankees’ Anthony Volpe

If you can't beat them, steal from them. The New York Yankees have a great way to catch the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East: Poach an All-Star shortstop from north of the border.

ESPN's Jeff Passan reports the Yankees are one of several clubs which could be interested in signing free agent Bo Bichette.

Developing Market

"Beyond the Blue Jays, who have Andrés Giménez to play short but still could conceivably sign (Kyle) Tucker and Bichette, the Atlanta Braves and Detroit have holes at the most important position on the infield," Passan writes. "The Yankees could use an upgrade over Anthony Volpe and Jose Caballero. The Mets aren't inclined to replace Francisco Lindor at shortstop, but they do have room to improve at second and third, as do the Phillies.

"Even if there isn't a perfect fit for Bichette, the opportunity to land a 27-year-old infielder with a premium bat and not have to give up any prospects is rare," Passan continues. "The last player of Bichette's caliber and age to hit free agency was Carlos Correa, and even after a pair of contract agreements that were invalidated because of medical questions, he received a six-year, $200 million deal from the Minnesota Twins."