The New York Yankees are reportedly keeping a close eye on star southpaw pitcher Blake Snell, with reports indicating that negotiations with the player are ongoing. Last month, the team shifted focus towards a deal with veteran right-hander Marcus Stroman due to significant disparities between the sides in negotiations. However, USA Today's Bob Nightengale has revealed that the Yankees continue to express their "serious interest" in Snell, waiting for a potential drop in his asking price.

Snell, 31, emerged as one of the top starting pitchers on the market, following Yoshinobu Yamamoto's move to the Dodgers. The left-hander's exceptional performance in the 2023 season, where he led the NL with a 2.25 ERA over 180 innings while striking out an impressive 31.5% of batters faced, has garnered attention despite his consistency issues in recent years.

One proposed solution to bridge the negotiation gaps is a shorter deal with a yearly salary exceeding $35 million. This approach could potentially set a new benchmark for Snell, surpassing comparable deals signed by other pitchers like Trevor Bauer. The potential signing of Snell would bolster the Yankees' rotation, which currently boasts top starter Gerrit Cole and reliable arms like Stroman and Carlos Rodon.

While the Yankees are keen on bringing Snell on board, they are not the only team in the mix. The Los Angeles Angels, San Francisco Giants, Philadelphia Phillies, and Toronto Blue Jays are all rumored to have an eye on Snell should his price align with their budgets. With the market constantly evolving, new suitors may emerge for Snell's services, making the offseason pitching landscape an intriguing one to watch.