Despite winning the Cy Young Award last season and delivering exceptional performance with a 2.25 ERA for the San Diego Padres, starting pitcher Blake Snell remains unsigned in the current free agent market, a situation that persists even as Spring Training progresses.
Throughout the offseason, the New York Yankees have been prominently associated with Snell, with speculation suggesting they view him as a potential complement to Gerrit Cole, forming a formidable top duo in their rotation. However, reports from Jon Heyman of The New York Post indicate that the Yankees are hesitant to meet Snell’s high asking price, making their pursuit of him uncertain.
There has been speculation that Snell could return to the Padres, especially considering his openness to shorter-term contract options. Nevertheless, the Padres may not be inclined to commit the necessary financial resources, even for a shorter deal.
"I think it's a long shot"@JonHeyman gives the latest on the Yankees chances to sign Blake Snell
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Snell’s addition to the Padres’ roster would undoubtedly enhance their competitiveness this season by providing another dependable arm in their starting rotation. However, for now, Snell finds himself in a waiting game, potentially hoping for a team to emerge as a willing suitor. Yet, there may come a point where he needs to reconsider his asking price to facilitate a deal.
