The New York Yankees prioritized pitching upgrades over acquiring top third baseman Eugenio Suarez, opting instead for a trade with the Rockies for Ryan McMahon. The Yankees believed the competition for Suarez, including the Cubs, would drive up the prospect cost too high for a player in a walk year. While they consider McMahon an upgrade at third, the Yankees remain open to adding another position player to improve their batting against left-handed pitchers and maintain lineup flexibility. Their focus now shifts to bolstering their pitching staff.

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