Yankees, Mets among 4 teams linked to NPB Triple Crown winner
An MLB insider has linked the Yankees and Mets to the slugger.
The New York Yankees and New York Mets are among four teams reportedly interested in Nippon Professional Baseball triple crown winner Teruaki Sato. The 27-year-old third baseman batted .306/.383/.609 in 143 games for the Hanshin Tigers, recording 39 home runs, 106 RBIs, and a .991 OPS. Sources indicate that the Mets, Phillies, Padres, and Yankees are all in contention for Sato's services.
The Mets' interest is further fueled by the upcoming expiration of the current collective bargaining agreement, which presents an opportunity for the team to make a significant offseason move. The Yankees, in particular, could benefit from Sato's offensive contributions at third base, as their current starter, Ryan McMahon, has struggled with both the bat and glove.
Sato's potential to provide 30-40 home runs over a full season makes him an attractive option for MLB clubs seeking offensive reinforcements.
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