What happened: Brian Cashman discussed the Yankees' trade deadline needs as the club heads toward the final stretch before the deadline. The comments come as New York sits in the thick of the playoff race with the deadline approaching.

Why it matters: New York enters the deadline window with roster decisions that could shape its playoff push. How Cashman allocates the team's remaining resources will factor into whether the Yankees can hold off American League competition down the stretch.

What to watch: Attention turns to which moves, if any, Cashman makes as the trade deadline nears.