The reality is straightforward: Without the return of superstar slugger Aaron Judge in the next few weeks, the New York Yankees stand little chance of advancing in the AL East or the Wild Card standings.
In an ideal scenario, the Yankees could remain competitive until Judge returns, also leveraging the trade deadline to acquire new talent to strengthen the outfield and bolster the batting order.
Analyzing Current Standings and Future Reinforcements
Currently, the Yankees are four games away from a Wild Card spot. However, any significant reinforcements aren’t expected until closer to the deadline when more teams become potential trade partners.