Here is a quick Thursday afternoon rundown of New York Yankee trade rumors as the non-waiver deadline approaches.
— River Avenue Blues says the Yankees won’t pursue a catcher even with Jorge Posada’s knee a concern.
— RAB also proposes making a move for lefty swinging Baltimore outfielder Luke Scott rather than Washington’s Adam Dunn.
— The Yankees have reportedly checked into the availability of Kansas City infielder Willie Bloomquist.