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Will the Washington Nationals trade Jacob Young this offseason?

The New York Yankees have expressed long-standing interest in Washington Nationals center fielder Jacob Young, sparking debate over whether the club should trade him this winter. Young is coming off a 2026 campaign where he improved his batting average to .252 and recorded a .708 OPS, while also hitting 10 home runs after managing only five in his previous career.

His defensive metrics, highlighted by +11 outs above average, provide a high floor that makes him a valuable asset compared to prospect Dylan Crews. While trading Young could allow the team to capitalize on his increased value, it would also remove a reliable defensive insurance policy for the outfield.

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