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flag Yankees' $319M payroll secured playoff spot but ended in ALDS loss; owner signals possible 2026 spending cut.

flag Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner acknowledged the team's $319 million 2025 payroll, which secured a playoff berth but ended in an ALDS loss to the Toronto Blue Jays, and hinted at a potential reduction in spending for 2026 while reaffirming the team’s championship ambitions. flag He disputed claims of consistent profitability, citing major expenses including a $100 million annual payment to New York City and investments in player development and performance science. flag Steinbrenner expressed openness to a salary floor but stopped short of endorsing a salary cap, emphasizing the need for competitive balance. flag The Yankees remain active in free agency, pursuing players like Kyle Tucker, Tatsuya Imai, and a potential return for Cody Bellinger.

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