Inside the Clubhouse: Why did the Blue Jays trade Teoscar Hernandez?
The Toronto Blue Jays had the best offense in the American League. Almost all their position players will be back in 2023. Teoscar Hernandez was traded.
The Toronto Blue Jays have traded All-Star outfielder Teoscar Hernandez to the Seattle Mariners.
The Blue Jays traded Teoscar Hernandez to the Mariners for Erik Swanson and Adam Macko. The Blue Jay's lineup was too right-handed heavy. They will look for a left-hander to replace Hernandez. They have been linked to Brandon Nimmo. If they sign him, George Springer will be moved to right field. Other names that might be interested in the position include Dylan Carlson and Lars Nootbaar. It is the first step in a plan to improve the team's offense.
Milwaukee Brewers are getting trade interest in Corbin Burnes and Wily Adames. The team prefers to build around them rather than trade them. Kolten Wong, Adrian Houser and Hunter Renfroe are the most likely trade candidates. The team has publicly indicated a willingness to extend their star shortstop Dansby Swanson.
Tyler Anderson and Jose Quintana signed one-year deals with the Pittsburgh Pirates. They are both set to earn some money in the future. Anderson is coming off an All-Star season with Dodgers and just signed a three-years, $39 million contract with Los Angeles Angels. Quintanka is likely to sign a two- or three year contract after a strong season.
Inside the Clubhouse asks why the Blue Jays traded Teoscar Hernandez.
Bill Firkus is the Houston Astros' point person in free-agent and trade discussions. Anthony Rizzo chose to stay in New York and sign a two-year, $40 million contract with the Yankees. Jacob deGrom is open to returning to the New Zealand Mets. Tyler Anderson leaving the Dodgers could lead to a pursuit of Justin Verlander.
Anthony Rizzo is returning to the Yankees. Houston Astros signed him to a two-year, $40 million contract. Tyler Anderson leaving the Dodgers could lead to Justin Verlander's return to Houston. Jacob deGrom is open to returning with the New York Mets.
