When the New York Yankees traded for Aaron Hicks, I was ecstatic. Here was a guy who was a former top prospect in 2013. One that was destined to be a five-tool player and a mainstay in the Minnesota Twins’ outfield. One that was supposed to be the centerpiece of the Twins’ revitalization.
The only player the Yankees gave away for him was John Ryan Murphy, a career backup catcher. It’s also worth being mentioned that Murphy’s time in New York was limited considering prospects like Gary Sanchez and Luis Torrens advancing through the system.