The New York Yankees probably breathed a sigh of relief when they bid adieu to veteran third baseman, Josh Donaldson, along with the $50 million commitment spanning two years. While General Manager Brian Cashman remains obligated to remit a $6 million sum to Donaldson due to a mutual buyout option activated upon his acquisition from the Minnesota Twins, the amount appears justifiable. The Yankees, after all, are charting a divergent course.
The Yankees are Better off Without Josh Donaldson
During his tenure with the Yankees, Donaldson managed to ruffle some feathers. A standout incident involved a contentious exchange with Chicago White Sox infielder Tim Anderson, which ignited a racial debate.