Platoon Options At First Base And Catcher

Andy Singer looks to the free agent market for platoon options for the 2027 Yankees.

By Andy Singer · Start Spreading the News

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 11:07 AM

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Andy Singer suggests the Yankees target specific platoon options at first base and catcher to balance their lineup against left-handed pitching.
Singer advocates against re-signing veteran Paul Goldschmidt, citing his steep performance decline in the second half of the season.
Andrew Vaughn is recommended by Singer as a first base platoon target after posting a .938 OPS against left-handed pitchers.

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Andy Singer of SSTN argues that the New York Yankees should target specific platoon bats at first base and catcher rather than relying on a weak free-agent market. Singer highlights that current Yankees Austin Wells and Luis Garcia Jr. thrive against right-handed pitching but struggle mightily against lefties, necessitating dedicated platoon partners.

Singer suggests Andrew Vaughn as an ideal first base target after batting .336 with a .938 OPS against left-handers. Behind the plate, Singer advocates pursuing either Carson Kelly or former Yankee Gary Sanchez, both of whom provide strong splits against left-handed pitchers in part-time roles.

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