The Yankees might want to start checking under their beds—because even the Angels are out-hustling them now. In a season where Bronx bats keep vanishing like Houdini tricks, the front office is getting outmaneuvered by a franchise that’s been allergic to October. While New York searches for spark plugs, Los Angeles is out there shopping like it’s Black Friday. And this time, they’re eyeing the Yankees’ wishlist.

The New York Yankees have not had a good time with the bats for a few weeks now. They score 7 in a game and then go on to score nothing in the next. Their offense needs some help, but it looks like they will not be getting any. And the Angels, who are on a brilliant run, might just cost the Yankees their season.

In a recent article, they talked about some of the most outrageous trades that might shake up the trade deadline. And one of them has caught a lot of attention. They traded Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suarez to the Angels. This is a surprise move, and they even gave the reasons why it was “outrageous”. They wrote, “The Halos possibly buying from the selling Snakes was not on anyone’s bingo card three months ago.”

The Angels would scoop up Naylor and Suarez to inject a sudden offensive jolt. Their current on-base percentage ranks near the bottom of MLB, a problem these veterans could fix. Suarez’s .893 OPS and Naylor’s .834 OPS would immediately lead the lineup. Both corner positions have weak production—3B OPS .677 and RF .660—making this trade a clear upgrade.

The Diamondbacks’ playoff hopes are dimming without key players like Corbin Carroll. Their rotation is fragile—Gallen and Kelly are set to depart, and Burnes is likely out until late 2026. Turning Caden Dana, a top‑100, 21‑year‑old pitching prospect, into two expiring good hitters gives them controllable ping and financial flexibility. Plus, they’d clear roughly $9 million in prorated salary—smart selling for a struggling team.

The Los Angeles Angels would surrender their No. 2 prospect, Caden Dana, possibly a front‑line starter by 2026. Losing a top pitching talent underscores how desperate they are for offense now. This costs the trade’s future rotation upside for a short‑term batting boost. That gamble reveals their determination to compete this summer.

If the Angels swoop in first, the Yankees face steeper competition for Suarez and Naylor. New York’s offense has sputtered, averaging just 2.9 runs per game over the past 15 contests. They desperately need a right‑handed bat to offset slumping stars like Judge, Stanton, and DJ LeMahieu. A big offensive swing by the Angels could force the Yankees into overpaying at the deadline—or missing out entirely.

And just like that, the Angels—yes, the Angels—might be the ones dictating the trade market. Meanwhile, the Yankees are stuck swinging between power surges and total silence, with no reinforcements in sight. If Los Angeles lands both bats, New York won’t just lose targets—they might lose their grip on October. For a team that once bought stars by the busload, the Yankees suddenly look… budget-conscious. And in the Bronx, patience is in shorter supply than runs.

The Yankees are actually looking at the Angels for a trade

At this point, the New York Yankees might as well be shopping with blindfolds on. After getting outmaneuvered in talks for Eugenio Suarez and Josh Naylor, they’ve turned their eyes west, to the Angels, of all places. Yes, the same Angels whose deadline strategy usually involves a coin toss and prayer beads. But desperate times in the Bronx call for desperate scouting in Anaheim.

The Angels sit at a strange crossroad—hovering between buyer and seller with vibes too good to ruin. Tyler Anderson, with his recent mediocrity, and Luis Rengifo, on an expiring contract, are the most likely trade chips. The front office knows Rengifo isn’t returning, and betting on his health is like betting on rain in LA—hopeful, but foolish. If the return includes anything promising, the Angels would be wise to cash out while they can.

The Yankees, still licking wounds from failed pursuits of Eugenio Suarez and Josh Naylor, are eyeing Rengifo. They reportedly like him as a third base option, despite his glove being a liability. Rengifo has eight errors at third this year, tied for the worst fielding percentage among qualifying players. He doesn’t even have a large sample size, which makes his error rate look even worse per inning.

But weirdly enough, this could still work for the Yankees—if expectations stay realistic. Rengifo brings speed, switch-hitting versatility, and can handle multiple infield spots when healthy. His .656 OPS in June isn’t inspiring, but it’s better than a few current Bronx bats. For a team starving for depth and flexibility, even a flawed tool like Rengifo might fit the box.

So while Angels fans are pre-taping Rengifo’s goodbye video, the Yankees might be prepping a welcome mat. It’s a move that screams more of panic than planning—but hey, that’s kind of the brand now. If this is the solution, the Bronx problem may be worse than we thought. At best, Rengifo is duct tape on a cracked engine. At worst, he’s another name on a growing list of misfires in pinstripes.