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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 06: Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs looks on against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning at Wrigley Field on September 06, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
On Thursday night, the New York Yankees will look to finish off a three-game sweep over the Chicago White Sox (in the Bronx).
They have scored 22 total runs in each of the first two games.
Most recently, the Yankees won Wednesday’s game by a score of 10-5.
Dansby Swanson Trade Yankees And Cubs Must Consider
GettyDansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs scores on the game-winning single hit by Michael Busch #29 (not pictured) in the tenth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field on June 06, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
While the Yankees have been one of the elite teams in baseball, they have been inconsistent at one of the most important positions.
Anthony Volpe, Max Schuemann and Jose Caballero have all taken turns at shortstop.
One player the Yankees should consider trading for is Dansby Swanson.
The 2021 World Series Champion is in the middle of a down year and they could buy low on one of the best shortstops of the recent era.
What Could They Offer?
GettyCarlos Rodon #55 of the New York Yankees pitches during the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Yankee Stadium on June 17, 2026 in New York City.
The Cubs are still trying to win this season, but they have dealt with a lot of injuries to pitchers.
Carlos Rodón is currently 3-2 with a 3.50 ERA in seven games this season.
He would be a huge addition to the Cubs.
Why Should The Yankees Do It?
GettyDansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning of a game against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field on June 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
Rodón is owed $27 million per year through the end of the 2028 season.
The Yankees already have a loaded pitching rotation, and will get Max Fried back at some point before the end of the season.
Swanson was once an elite player who made two All-Star Games (and won two Gold Glove Awards).
He could lock down the shortstop position for the Yankees going forward.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar