Yankees and Mets seek right-handed hitter before Opening Day

Both New York baseball teams, the Yankees and the Mets, are looking to add a right-handed hitter before the season starts. Spring training is almost over, and both teams want to strengthen their lineups. The Mets are particularly focused on finding an infielder. The Yankees are also looking for an infielder or a corner outfielder. Interestingly, both teams had a chance to sign Jose Iglesias but decided not to. Iglesias recently signed with the Padres for a minor league deal. Both teams are hesitant to increase their payroll. The Yankees and Mets are already over the luxury tax limit. This means any trades would cost them more than just the player’s salary. For example, infielder Santiago Espinal from the Reds would not be a likely option because he comes with a significant tax penalty if they trade for him. The Mets have not announced their Opening Day roster yet. They are still considering adding a right-handed infielder. If they do not secure one soon, Luisangel Acuna might start the season on the roster against Astros' lefty pitcher Framber Valdez. The Mets seem ready to start Brett Baty as their second baseman for most right-handed pitchers.