The New York Yankees left Game 1 of the World Series feeling devastated after Nestor Cortes threw his second pitch in 37 days, which was hit deep into the right field stands during the bottom of the 10th inning. Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman made history by hitting the first-ever walk-off grand slam in World Series history with two outs and the bases loaded.
It was a memorable moment for LA but a significant missed chance for the Yankees, who were close to gaining home-field advantage and shifting the momentum of the series. Instead, the Dodgers will aim for a 2-0 lead on Saturday night, putting the Yankees in a tough spot early on.
New York has a lot on its plate right now, and no one in the locker room is thinking about the offseason or free agency. Opportunities to win a World Series title are limited, even for a team like the Bronx Bombers.
That said, the Yankees’ front office is closely monitoring the upcoming free agent market, which could greatly impact the team’s future. Several key players are set to hit free agency, with right fielder Juan Soto being the most prominent.
The 26-year-old joined the Yankees through a trade last offseason and, following Scott Boras’s usual tactics, didn’t sign an extension. He will seek the highest offer in free agency, which could create challenges for the Yankees.
However, which team could outbid the Yankees? After all, they’re the most storied franchise in baseball, situated in its top market.
Their local rivals, the New York Mets, owned by the wealthy Steve Cohen, are a looming threat, and it seems the Yankees are feeling the pressure, especially with Halloween approaching.
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