ESPN: The Yankees declined to bring their $85 million breakthrough star back together.
As 2025 approaches, the New York Yankees must improve their roster or risk falling behind the dominant Los Angeles Dodgers. While the Yankees are currently pursuing Juan Soto, the Dodgers have already signed Blake Snell, a two-time Cy Young winner, this winter. In addition to Soto, the Yankees will want to bolster their pitching staff and lineup. It’s not necessary for New York to acquire a starting pitcher, but there’s no reason not to accept an outstanding offer.
Reuniting with New York Mets star Luis Severino, who is expected to get a four-year, $85 million contract according to Spotrac, is one possibility that has been discussed by the Bronx Bombers. Jacob Mountz of FanSided strongly suggests that the Yankees steer clear of any possible reunion.
“But it’s only fair to point out that Severino is still capable of throwing before we write him off as someone that should be avoided completely. We had a peek of old Severino during this past postseason. Sevy pitched to a 3.24 ERA in 16.2 innings, according to Mountz. “Severino hasn’t produced at an elite level, but he still throws some amazing stuff. He would likely be a reliable pitcher again if he flashed his cutter more frequently and abandoned his sinker and changeup, the two pitches that caused the most of his issues. However, a postseason-bound club with pitching issues shouldn’t take the chance on him just yet.
Given Severino’s projected average yearly worth of nearly $20 million, a reunion with him wouldn’t make much sense. Although the righty had a strong 2024, it wasn’t enough to earn him a roughly $100 million four-year deal.
There are better choices available for the same money if the Yankees want to pursue pitching. In addition, New York can try to improve the starting rotation by entering the trade market.
