In a season fraught with ups and downs, the New York Yankees had multiple routes to take before the early August trade deadline. Owner Hal Steinbrenner, however, decided to stick to his guns, ignoring trade talks as the team spiraled down the standings. The hope was that Aaron Judge would provide the necessary spark to rally the team. Trading valuable assets for short-term gains didn’t mesh with their long-term vision.
The Red Sox’s Proposal: Verdugo for Schmidt
Chris Henrique, the founder of @BeyondtheMnstr, dropped a bombshell, reporting that discussions took place between the Red Sox and the Yankees.