Ian Desmond began the first year of his five-year contract with the Colorado Rockies poorly as he only played in 95 games with an OPS+ of 74 and a -1.1 Wins Above Replacement. Also, only 19 of his 93 hits were for extra bases. Defensively, between the outfield and first base, he also played poor defense as he had -4 Defensive Runs Saved.
Desmond is still owed $63 million over the next four seasons so, if Desmond stays at his current pace, the contract could become a financial burden for the team.
Sherman suggests that the Rockies should trade Desmond to the Yankees for a player that no longer has much of a spot on the team any more: Jacoby Ellsbury.