The Los Angeles Dodgers' Jack Flaherty and Yoshinobu Yamamoto have shone in the World Series, leading their team to victory. However, what's notable is that both pitchers were previously pursued by the New York Yankees, but ultimately did not join the team. Flaherty was traded to the Dodgers from the Detroit Tigers, while Yamamoto signed a 10-year deal with the team after being courted by the Yankees and Mets. Despite missing out on these talented pitchers, the Yankees remain optimistic about their chances in the World Series.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/larryfleisher/2024/10/27/jack-flaherty-yoshinobu-yamamoto-shine-in-world-series-after-pursuits-by-the-yankees/