Brian Cashman has executed countless headline-grabbing moves since becoming general manager of the New York Yankees in 1998. He deftly engineered trades that put superstars like Roger Clemens and Alex Rodriguez in pinstripes. He also succeeded in luring many top free agents to the Bronx, including beloved players like Hideki Matsui and CC Sabathia. These acquisitions helped the team win championships, and they etched their names into franchise lore in the process.
Every winter, fans follow every possible move, anxiously awaiting the arrival of the next big star who might put the Yankees over the top.