The New York Yankees currently have their backs against the wall. After dropping the first two games of the weekend series against the Philadelphia Phillies, they sit at 56-48 overall—6 1/2 games behind the Toronto Blue Jays in the AL East and clinging to a one-game cushion in the Wild Card race.

With Aaron Judge on the mend due to an elbow injury, the New York Yankees have begun surveying the trade market for outfield help. Though the club has considerable depth at the position, that hasn't stopped them from looking for outside reinforcements.

Atlanta acquired the veteran right-hander for cash considerations. Carrasco, a 16-year veteran, had been at Triple-A with the Yankees.

The New York Yankees traded veteran pitcher Carlos Carrasco to the depleted Atlanta Braves on Monday for cash considerations.

Two games into his New York Yankees career, Ryan McMahon has fans talking. And in this case, that's a positive.

The New York Yankees are known to be seeking bullpen help. And while the line with the Colorado Rockies is still open, why not ask for one of their relievers? The Athletic's Brendan Kuty reports that the Yanks are interested in right-handed set up man Jake Bird.