The Yankees still have to address their biggest need – pitching – ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. But in the meantime, the first player they acquired to fill another big hole is paying immediate dividends.

Austin Wells hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly and Trent Grisham an RBI single against Wheeler (9-4), who tied his career high with three hit batters — including two in a row ahead of the double by McMahon, who himself was hit by a pitch in the sixth inning.

The Yankees are addressing their need at the hot corner by shipping a pair of prospects to the Colorado Rockies for 2024 All-Star third baseman Ryan McMahon, sources confirmed to the.