A look into one of the most debated trades initiated by the New York Yankees‘ general manager Brian Cashman and the subsequent rise of Isiah Kiner-Falefa as a key utility piece for the team.
The Trade That Sparked Controversy
Two years ago, the Yankees acquired Josh Donaldson and Isiah Kiner-Falefa from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for Gary Sanchez and Gio Urshela. A move that has often been considered one of Brian Cashman’s worst due to the following factors:
Taking on the remaining $50 million of Donaldson’s contract put the deal in Minnesota’s favor, hindering the Yankees from signing legitimately productive talent and instead opting for aging players with diminished abilities.