The New York Yankees have been MLB's best team so far in 2022. They have a deep roster that is firing on all cylinders… for the most part. Outfielders Joey Gallo and Aaron Hicks have labored mightily. As a result, the Yankees biggest need at the trade deadline is outfield help. Joey Gallo's struggles have led many to believe he will be dealt at the trade deadline. Jimmy O'Brien of Jomboy Media, who happens to be an avid Yankees fan, shared his thoughts on Gallo and Miguel Andujar.

Andújar gets called up. Starts in left field. Bats 5th. Come thru with RISP and 2 outs. Should be on the team over Gallo. Should get a real shot at the gig from now til trade deadline. Should be the easiest no-brainer decision to ever be made. Won’t happen.

As seen in the Tweet above, O'Brien was commenting on a highlight of Miguel Andujar. Andujar previously requested a trade from the Yankees after being sent to the minors.

But the Yankees would be wise to keep him around. Here are 2 reasons why the Yankees should trade Joey Gallo and not Miguel Andujar.

2 reasons Yankees need to trade Joey Gallo and not Miguel Andujar at 2022 MLB trade deadline

Joey Gallo isn't a fit

The obvious answer is that Gallo's performance has been underwhelming. His .165/.276/.330 slash line confirms that.

But the Yankees are a team that already feature a ton of big sluggers. They would benefit from getting a contact/speed player. Someone who can be a catalyst. They simply don't need Gallo on the roster.

Joey Gallo still has the talent to exceed in the big leagues. But he needs a fresh start. It's time for the Yankees to trade him.

Miguel Andujar's ceiling

RECOMMENDED (Article Continues Below)
Athletics Yankees prediction, Athletics Yankees odds, Athletics Yankees pick, Athletics Yankees, how to watch Athletics Yankees

Matthew Zemek ·

Yankees manager Aaron Boone with lasers in his eyes

Jackson Roberts ·

Yankees Juan Soto contract free agency

Peter Sampson ·

Miguel Andujar hasn't received consistent playing time in MLB. He was once considered a top Yankees prospect but his pathway to the majors has been blocked.

New York needs to give him a chance and see what happens. He could be a star in the making. People forget that he is still just 27-years old.

Final thoughts

The Yankees are an extremely talented ball club. Their pitching has outperformed expectations and their offense has found consistency. But trading Joey Gallo at the 2022 MLB trade deadline and keeping Miguel Andujar will only serve them well moving forward.