Around the Empire: Yankees news - 7/8/25
Briefly

The Yankees face increasing urgency to enhance their roster before the trade deadline due to Clarke Schmidt's season-ending injury and issues with Jazz Chisholm Jr. The team's chances of winning the AL East have shrunk from 92% to 38.4%, compounded by recent losing streaks. New pitching prospect Cam Schlittler will fill Schmidt's spot temporarily, while other injured players could return around the Trade Deadline. Meanwhile, the Nationals recently shocked the baseball world by firing manager Dave Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo.
The Yankees are facing significant challenges, such as Clarke Schmidt's Tommy John surgery and Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s defensive regression, emphasizing the need for upgrades before the trade deadline.
The Yankees' divisional title hopes have dwindled significantly due to injuries and performance issues, declining from a 92% chance of winning the AL East to just 38.4%.
The Yankees plan to call up Cam Schlittler to fill the rotation gap left by Schmidt's injury while hoping for other injured players to return before the Trade Deadline.
The recent firing of Nationals' manager Dave Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo surprised the baseball community as the franchise prepares for the upcoming draft and trade period.
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