Yankees refused to trade this player for Tarik Skubal

The New York Yankees had an intriguing trade deadline. In the eyes of many people around the Majors, it was underwhelming. The AL East club did not address a taxed bullpen and failed to make an upgrade at catcher. The Yankees were one of the teams that had trade discussions involving ace Tarik Skubal before the Los Ang

Cashman said the Yankees had "many conversations" with the Orioles about Rutschman, but "couldn't meet their price."

Chicago Cubs drop series to the New York Yankees, move on to host the Los Angeles Dodgers and Tarik Skubal  Chicago Tribune

A morning after what seemed inevitable actually came to fruition – the Dodgers acquiring Tarik Skubal – the Yankees more or less shrugged their shoulders.

Yankees’ Best Trade Deadline Options With Tarik Skubal Off the Board  Sports Illustrated