Yankees unlikely to pursue Andrew Benintendi trade because he’s unvaccinated

The Yankees are unlikely to proceed pursuing a commerce for Andrew Benintendi, the Royals’ All-Star left fielder, as a result of he's not vaccinated in opposition to COVID-19, The Submit’s Jon Heyman reviews.

Benintendi, 28, is one among 10 Royals gamers not making the journey to Toronto for a four-game collection in opposition to the Blue Jays that begins Thursday evening. These gamers usually are not allowed to enter Canada due to their vaccination standing.

The Yankees, who had a totally vaccinated roster after they went to Toronto in early Might and mid-June, have another journey to Canada remaining: a three-game collection in opposition to the Blue Jays on Sept. 26-28. The Yankees have a 14-game lead within the AL East, whereas the Blue Jays are tied with the Pink Sox and Mariners for the ultimate two wild-card spots.

The Mets haven't dominated out a Benintendi pursuit, Heyman reviews. They’re not as involved about Benintendi’s vaccination standing as a result of they don't make a visit to Toronto this season.

Andrew Benintendi
Andrew Benintendi
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The Royals beforehand knowledgeable groups pursuing Benintendi that he was unvaccinated, Heyman reviews. The Blue Jays are among the many groups nonetheless discussing a commerce for him, as they hope there’s an opportunity he would get vaccinated if dealt to Toronto.

Benintendi was named to his first MLB All-Star Sport this 12 months. He’s hitting .317 with a .786 OPS, three homers, and 37 RBIs in 87 video games.

The Yankees introduced again utilityman Tyler Wade on Thursday in a commerce with the Angels.

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