Christian Yelich Trade Rumors: Top 3 landing spots for former Milwaukee Brewers MVP to rejuvenate his flailing career

Christian Yelich has experienced one of the most rapid falls from grace among current MLB superstars. The 2018 National League MVP, Yelich was once one of the best players in the MLB, batting .326 with 36 home runs and 110 RBIs during his MVP season.

Yelich is now a shell of the player he was a few seasons ago. The 31-year-old from Thousand Oaks, California, has struggled with his health over the past few seasons. Even when healthy, Yelich has not performed anywhere near the MVP level he has in the past.

While he may not be the MVP-caliber player he once was, he could still turn back the clock to help a World Series contender. However, given his injury history, lack of production, and massive contract, it may be difficult for the Milwaukee Brewers to find a trade partner.

That being said, here are three teams that may buy low on the former MVP and see if a change in scenery will help Christian Yelich revive his career.

#1 New York Yankees

If there was a team willing to take a risk on an expensive, former MVP, it might be the New York Yankees. Not only are they one of the teams with the highest payrolls in the league, but they also have a history of taking a shot on struggling former MVPs.

The team acquired Josh Donaldson from the Minnesota Twins, hoping he could rediscover his previous form. While the Donaldson trade has not paid off for the Yankees, they have shown a willingness to gamble on talented, albeit declining, stars.

With Giancarlo Stanton expected to be out of the lineup for four to six weeks, and the Yankees outfield questionable at best, Christian Yelich may be worth taking a flier on.

#2 Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays have been one of the top stories of the MLB so far, posting an incredible 13-0 record before dropping two games to the Toronto Blue Jays. One of the most impressive aspects of the Rays' run was their offense, which had a +71-run differential at one point.

The team accomplished this in impressive fashion thanks to its roster of elite contact hitters. However, given the minimal track record of several of their players, including Manuel Margot and Josh Lowe, the Rays may look at Yelich as an intriguing buy-low option.

Yes, the Tampa Bay Rays are notorious for their low payroll, and yes this is unlikely but if the Milwaukee Brewers were to eat some of his contract, Yelich could thrive in the Rays' analytical system. Who wouldn't want to see the Rays change their philosophy and make an "all-in" move?

#3 Miami Marlins

Could a return to the Miami Marlins help Yelich regain his form? If the Marlins are serious about contending for the playoffs this season, bringing Yelich back could be a good option to bolster their offense. While they are not serious World Series threats, they may be desperate enough to take on his salary to boost their chance of reaching the postseason for the first time since 2020.

If Christian Yelich can remain healthy, he could provide the Marlins with some additional power, as well as outfield depth. Entering the season, Miami announced that Jazz Chisholm would make the shift from second base to center field, however, that gamble has not paid off.