Yankees face potential loss of Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki to Mets in free agency

The New York Yankees are facing potential disappointment in free agency as they may lose Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki to the New York Mets. This follows their earlier loss to the Mets in the Juan Soto sweepstakes. Despite adding players like Cody Bellinger and Max Fried, the Yankees' offseason plans have been impacted by these setbacks. They are still looking to fill additional roster spots, including a starting pitcher and relief pitchers. Predictions suggest Sasaki, 23, might choose the Mets, which would be surprising given expectations he would sign with a West Coast team. The Yankees are now at risk of losing another key target to their crosstown rivals.