Rather than committing to a deal that will pay Soto well into his late 30s, the Yankees took a different approach—one that might offer more flexibility and sustainability. They

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman did a lot this offseason to make his team more well-rounded — and potentially better — in the aftermath of losing Juan Soto to the New York Mets via free agency. But the flurry of moves might have exposed a different soft spot in their roster.

While Cole praised his fellow Boras Corp. client, he also spoke highly of the Yankees' offseason moves following Soto's departure.