NEW YORK — The scuffling New York Yankees added infield depth on Saturday night, acquiring Amed Rosario from the Washington Nationals for pitcher Clayton Beeter and a minor leaguer.

The Yankees have acquired infielders Ryan McMahon and Amed Rosario so far ahead of the upcoming MLB trade deadline.

Here’s why the Yankees’ newly acquired Amed Rosario trade makes sense and could quietly play a big role in their postseason chase.