THAT NICO HOERNER RUMOR IS BUBBLING

Here’s the latest juicy rumor from the Bronx soap opera: Gleyber Torres won't be asked back by the Yankees and perhaps allowing them to find an "upgrade"  Top prospect Caleb Durbin is coming, but in the meantime, trade whispers about Nico Hoerner are in the cold Bronx air... or something like that. But before we start planning the Gleyber farewell tour, can we pause and ask—are these rumors even legit anymore, or are we just bored?

Look, I get it—Gleyber can be maddening. And I'm gonna say it, I do not want Gleyber to leave. But yes, one day he’s hitting bombs, the next he’s forgetting how to run the bases. It’s a ride, for sure. But hear me out: Gleyber is still the guy the Yankees should keep in my opinion. Yes, he has his flaws, but so does your favorite coffee order, and you’re not replacing that. Think about it.

Now, let’s dissect the alternatives. Caleb Durbin? Love the kid’s energy, love the speed, love the glove. But trusting an untested rookie with second base during a season with World Series expectations feels like walking a tightrope in flip-flops. Bold move.  Truth be told, I don't see the Yankees doing this. Reports are he's 2 years away... so he's out for now I suppose.

And then there’s Nico Hoerner, the flavor of the week, or should I say the hour. Solid player—gets on base, runs like the wind, and has a nifty glove. But let’s be honest: Nico’s not exactly setting the world on fire with his pop. He’s like a really nice Toyota Camry—reliable, but no one’s plastering his face on a billboard. And while he could be the bridge to Durbin, I’ve got news for you: Gleyber could have been that bridge too before Jack Curry burst my bubble (technically the Yankees did not wanting to bring him back). In my opinion Torres is proven, he’s got power when you need it, and he’s already here, just make a new deal with Mr. Torres already!

Every winter, it’s like we’re auditioning for Second Baseman Idol when it comes to the Yankees, but this year it's real. Gleyber won't be back, so the Yankees need a new second baseman. But I still like Torres. I know... this opinion is unpopular. What, you don't like it? Write your own blog then!