Yankees manager Aaron Boone was asked about the upcoming MLB trade deadline before Wednesday's game against the White Sox. However, the Yankees would benefit from some roster upgrades ahead of the upcoming MLB trade deadline. On Wednesday, Yankees manager Aaron Boone was asked how often he is staying in contact with general manager Brian Cashman and the front office ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Has the Yankees' recent success changed Boone's “thoughts bubbles” ahead of the trade deadline? Even if the Yankees do not acquire Skubal, there are a number of other trade candidates they could look to add before the deadline.