The New York Yankees need an infielder before the trade deadline. While plenty of options are on the table, a former GM predicts Luis Arraez as the best fit.

Writing for the Athletic, former MLB general manager Jim Bowden identified second and third base as the team's priorities ahead of the trade deadline, and believes Arraez would make a positive impact at the plate and as an infielder.

However, Dodgers slugger Max Muncy claims neither the Padres nor the Yankees are their rival despite the animosity among the fans, especially after the Dodgers beat both teams en route to the World Series triumph last season.

The San Diego Padres are considered buyers as they are currently in a Wild Card spot and two games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The New York Yankees signed a veteran of nine major league seasons to a minor league contract in May, but now he's on the move for a better opportunity.

A New York Yankees trade idea has them acquiring Luis Arraez of the San Diego Padres to replace infielder DJ LeMahieu.

Duran, who is still just 28 years old, is arbitration-eligible in 2026 and doesn't hit free agency until 2029. The Padres could pair him with Jackson Merrill for the next few seasons, hoping to go all in with an expensive roster.

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