The Yankees are close to acquiring Lance Berkman from the Astros, according to Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News.
Berkman would become the team's full-time designated hitter.
"Source: Yankees deal for Berkman is "imminent" - won't be giving up any big prospects, but will take on his contract. He'll be the new DH," Feinsand wrote on his Twitter page.
Yankees Deal For Berkman 'Imminent'