Why Nico Hoerner Is a Name to Watch on the Trade Market

Why Nico Hoerner Is a Name to Watch on the Trade Market

Nico Hoerner isn’t the type of player fans expect to see in trade rumors. He doesn’t chase headlines or hit towering home runs. He just plays winning baseball. SAN DIEGO, CA – MAY 9: Nico Hoerner #2 of the Chicago Cubs scores ahead of the tag of Jorge Alfaro #38 of the San Diego Padres during the eighth inning of a baseball game at Petco Park on May 9, 2022 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Denis Poroy/Getty Images) That’s why his name poppin…

The Yankees could target Nico Hoerner in a trade this winter

Michael McLoone-Imagn ImagesMichael McLoone-Imagn Images Nico Hoerner of the Chicago Cubs is drawing some trade interest from the New York Yankees according to Jim Bowden who mentioned this on MLB Radio. He hit .297 with a 109 wRC+ and .345 OBP, being a high-contact hitter who has an elite hit tool which could be a nice change of pace from what the Yankees’ infield profile mostly is. Furthermore, while Bo Bichette would not play shortstop if he …