MLB Rumors: 3 Potential Trade Destinations for Yankees’ Luis Garcia Jr.

Ahead of the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, the New York Yankees acquired first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals in a blockbuster move. The move was understandable, as the Yankees needed another power hitter in their lineup. Yet, now with the Yankees being out of the playoffs, Garcia is already creating as a potential trade candidate for New York this offseason. In a recent article for the New York Post, Joel Sherman urged the Yankees to trade Garcia to create more roster flexibility and playing time for Ben Rice at first base.