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Yankees GM Cashman Eyes Big Signings Amid $300M Payroll

12/8/2025

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Brian Cashman, the New York Yankees General Manager, says there are no strict spending limits from Hal Steinbrenner as he seeks to improve the Yankees this offseason and sign Cody Bellinger.
The projected payroll is $283 million, near Hal Steinbrenner's $300 million ideal.
Broadcaster Michael Kay warned that staying under this threshold could hinder significant signings.
The Yankees have only made one notable move, re-signing Trent Grisham for $22 million.

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Brian Cashman, the New York Yankees General Manager, says there are no strict spending limits from Hal Steinbrenner as he seeks to improve the Yankees this offseason and sign Cody Bellinger.
The projected payroll is $283 million, near Hal Steinbrenner's $300 million ideal.
Broadcaster Michael Kay warned that staying under this threshold could hinder significant signings.
The Yankees have only made one notable move, re-signing Trent Grisham for $22 million.