When Derek Jeter was initially named the Miami Marlins’ owner, Christian Yelich said he was excited. The then-Marlins outfielder grew up idolizing the former Yankees shortstop. He was optimistic for the chance to work with Jeter.
And then the trading spree began.
First, second baseman and three-time stolen base champion Dee Gordon was shipped to the Mariners. Then it was four-time All-Star and 2017 MVP Giancarlo Stanton heading to the Yankees. Two-time All-Star Marcell Ozuna shortly afterward was traded to the Cardinals. Yelich became the fourth domino to fall in Jeter and Co.