Draft Block: Schlittler and Kayfus

[Yankees]

I've created some depth at ss, 3b, cof, and rhp. I'm looking for some help at c, lhp, and cf...and would consider draft picks in some cases, though I'm in pretty good shape there. On the block:

Colt Emerson: At worst he's one of the top 15 prospects in baseball, at best he's top 5. He will be very hard to get, but getting Kilby and Kuroda-Grauer (+8 def) give me some flexibility at the position. If I can get a similar prospect at the positions above, or two highly-regarded prospects that fill two positions, I'll give it a look.

Khal Stephen: He's made multiple top 100 and multiple just missed lists, I'd consider a similarly rated LHP or a pick that starts with a 3.

Ben Williamson: Williamson got a decent sim, got a +8 def, and just got traded to the Rays...best possible situation. If someone needed a good, relatively cheap 3b who can start and fill out the bottom of the order, I'd take an upcoming pick for him.

George Valera: Valera had the 2025 he desperately needed (though he could have been LESS injured) to regain status and opportunity. He demolished the minors and more than held his own at the MLB level. He'll probably start the year in the starting lineup for the Guardians and will have a leash to build upon his impressive 2025. I'd consider an upcoming pick for him, too.

[Yankees]

Had a couple inquiries about Schlittler and Lauri’s amidst all my movement. I’m always open so come at them.

FanGraph’s top 100 chat said Schlittler would have an EV of 60, which would make him a top 10 prospect. He’s got a usable sim, and I’d value him that way.

Kayfus was moving into top 70 territory when he lost eligibility and has a very solid sim (106 ops+) so I’d value him a little above that territory.

Less inclined to move these gents than the previous group, but there’s interest so I’m open to listen.

[Yankees]

Still have Schlittler on the block. I've opened up some room around the periphery of the roster, so would be open to 2-1 or 3-1 offers that give me back good ceiling and value.

FG prospects chat said he would have ranked in the top 10 prospects in baseball, he already has a very usable SIM, and any real injury concerns are out the window as he's already throwing again.

I'm in no rush to move him and would be looking for a Emerson-type haul.