Yankees focused on pitching, could still add bat at MLB trade deadline

Once the Yankees landed Ryan McMahon and Amed Rosario to address third base and a maneuverable righty hitter with a strong history against lefties, they moved to pitching, pitching and pitching

And yet …

No one should be surprised if they add one more bat before the deadline, preferably right-handed with the ability to play shortstop if necessary. Outside executives say the Yankees still have interest in obtaining a player offering something from the buffet of defense, righty hitting and/or speed.

The idea would be to try to build a deeper, more versatile and more functional positional group.