The New York Yankees have expressed interest in acquiring Texas Rangers All-Star shortstop Corey Seager in a potential blockbuster trade this offseason. Reports indicate the Yankees have checked in with the Rangers, who are looking to unload expensive assets. Seager, under a $325 million contract, could address New York's struggles at shortstop.
The New York Yankees are exploring a trade for Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, according to reports from the Dallas Morning News' Evan Grant. Seager, 31, has been a standout since joining the Rangers before the 2022 season, following seven years with the Los Angeles Dodgers. In four seasons with Texas, he has slashed .278/.355/.517, hitting 117 home runs and driving in 303 RBIs. He earned three All-Star selections and contributed to the Rangers' World Series victory, his second championship. In 2023, Seager finished as runner-up in AL MVP voting with a 7.2 bWAR, 33 home runs, and 96 RBIs.
The Rangers, facing financial pressures, have already traded second baseman Marcus Semien and non-tendered outfielder Adolis Garcia this offseason. Seager has six years remaining on his 10-year, $325 million contract, which the Yankees are prepared to absorb. Interest in Seager extends beyond New York, with the Boston Red Sox and Atlanta Braves also inquiring, as revealed by Rangers executive Chris Young on December 10, 2025.
New York's pursuit stems from shortstop Anthony Volpe's underwhelming 2025 season. Volpe batted .212 with 19 home runs and 72 RBIs, posting an 83 OPS+ below league average. Defensively, he recorded a minus-6 outs above average, a drop from his plus-13 mark in 2024. Seager, an above-average fielder in recent years, could allow Volpe to shift to a utility role.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone discussed potential adjustments, saying, “Oh yeah,” when asked about Jose Caballero taking reps at shortstop. He added, “I feel like with Caballero, we’re in much better position there that we have like a premium guy over there that can handle the position and do things. So yeah.”
