Yankees secure Jon Berti in a trade with the Miami Marlins to address infield depth amid injuries but expose themselves to potential repercussions from past transactions, notably the Josh Donaldson trade, as Rortvedt heads to the Rays in a three-team deal.

The Yankees' acquisition of Berti fills a critical gap in the team's roster, yet the fallout from previous trades like the Josh Donaldson deal continues to impact their dynamics, leaving them vulnerable to potential challenges from former players in the division.

• Yankees traded No. 28 prospect John Cruz to the Marlins in the deal.
• Catcher Ben Rortvedt was sent to the Tampa Bay Rays to complete the trade, erasing the last trace of the Josh Donaldson trade from the Yankees' roster.

• Yankees address infield depth by acquiring Jon Berti but remain exposed to potential challenges from former players like Rortvedt due to past trades.
• Removal of Rortvedt marks the complete disappearance of players acquired in the Josh Donaldson trade from the Yankees' organization.
• Rortvedt's trade to the Rays signifies a strategic move to manage the team's catcher situation and roster composition.

As Rortvedt joins the Rays, the Yankees may face consequences in upcoming games against division rivals, potentially prolonging the impact of past trade decisions.

While acquiring Berti addresses immediate needs, the exposure to repercussions from past trades like the Josh Donaldson deal highlights the lingering complexities and strategic considerations within the Yankees' roster management.