The New York Yankees entered this year’s Winter Meetings with clear objectives and a sense of urgency, particularly after a season defined by inconsistency and missed expectations. General manager Brian Cashman, tasked with reshaping the roster through trades and free-agent opportunities, has remained a central focus as the organization evaluates ways to build a more balanced club.

In conversations with reporters, Cashman acknowledged that progress has been slower than the Yankees would prefer. While the team remains active across multiple fronts, negotiations have been met with resistance from other front offices, a sign of how competitive and guarded this market has become.

Despite that friction, Cashman emphasized that the Yankees are not stepping back from their pursuit of roster imp

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