Yanks’ haul makes farm arguably MLB’s best

The Yankees have learned the hard way that their financial might alone can’t carry them to October glory. With one of the oldest teams in baseball, their 2017 and 2018 didn’t look any brighter. So they’ve changed course this summer, trading coveted relievers for blue-chip prospects as they look more toward the future and present.

Cardinals get lefty Duke from White Sox

In exploring the market for bullpen help, the Cardinals found a willing trade partner in the White Sox, who flipped left-hander Zach Duke to St. Louis on Sunday for Minor League outfielder Charlie Tilson. The move came a little more than 24 hours ahead of the non-waiver Trade Deadline.

Tito: Miller, Allen will be used interchangeably

This is a dream scenario for Indians manager Terry Francona. Whether he is constructing a lineup or mapping out a pitching staff, Francona craves balance and versatility. He wants as many options in place to plan for every possible situation. Now, Francona has an elite bullpen duo in lefty Andrew Miller and righty Cody Allen.

Napoli, Tribe excited to have Miller on board

The fear at the Trade Deadline is that an acquisition can disrupt team chemistry, particularly for a club like the American League Central-leading Indians. But when newly-acquired reliever Andrew Miller walks though the clubhouse doors, he will have at least one player with whom he is used to sharing a clubhouse.