Yankees Corey Seager Trade Buzz Overlooks a Massive Issue in Potential Blockbuster

A Different Batting Profile

In a November 8 New York Post column, MLB insider Jon Heyman suggested the Yankees could pursue Seager and potentially shift him to third base. The five-time All-Star is a two-time World Series MVP with a strong offensive record.

Seager has a career .284 batting average and .860 OPS, but in 102 games in 2026 he hit .227/.312/.424, with 20 home runs, 51 RBIs and a .736 OPS. The article describes that output as a notable drop from his prior elite production.

Questions About Lineup Balance

The Yankees have relied heavily on home runs while struggling with situational hitting, consistent contact and producing runs without the long ball. Another left-handed power hitter may not address those shortcomings.

The team could instead prioritize a reliable right-handed bat to complement Aaron Judge, Ben Rice and its other left-handed hitters. Seager could add a dangerous bat, but the article questions whether he would bring the offensive diversity New York needs.

An Uncertain Infield Fit

Seager has played nearly all of his major league career at shortstop, with appearances in only six games at third base. Baseball Savant recorded one Out Above Average at shortstop in 2026, compared with five in 2024 and four in 2025.

Heyman also raised the possibility of keeping Seager at shortstop and moving George Lombard Jr. to third. Lombard has reached the majors and is part of the Yankees’ long-term infield plans, while either arrangement could create uncertainty rather than establish stability.

A Costly Long-Term Commitment

Seager signed a 10-year, $325 million contract with Texas before the 2022 season. About $165 million remains through 2031, and he is not due to reach free agency until 2032, near his 38th birthday.