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As Spring Training unfolds, the Yankees’ capacity to find a suitable taker for Stroman’s contract will dictate their immediate future. Already, there have been murmurings about Cashman's willingness to negotiate a buyout or find a trade partner capable of absorbing his financial burden, but the market for a pitcher with questionable effectiveness and a hefty contract may prove difficult.
Should the Yankees opt to keep Stroman, they must find a way to manage the situation delicately, mitigating any disruption while simultaneously preparing for the potential of injury to other starters throughout the season.