Bleeding Yankee Blue: THE ROAD TO AL EAST CHAMPS JUST GOT A LITTLE EASIER

Wednesday, February 5, 2020

THE ROAD TO AL EAST CHAMPS JUST GOT A LITTLE EASIER

Source: AP

Well, if you haven't heard, the Red Sox sent Mookie Betts and David Price to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Yes, probably one of the trades that will not only come back and haunt Boston but likely one of the most storied deals in Red Sox history. By sending Betts to the West Coast, the Yankees will have an easier time climbing to the top of the East.

"Throughout the winter, Boston entertained offers for Betts, whose free-agent haul following the 2020 season could exceed $400 million. Betts will make $27 million this year. And as Boston tries to dip beneath the $208 million luxury-tax threshold, clearing its books of Betts and Price will go a long way toward reaching that goal. Price has three years and $96 million remaining on his contract." reported ESPN.

Source: Dodgers Nation

This is a joyous day for the Yankees who will most definitely have an easier time winning the pennant in 2020. "Betts going to Dodgers is no doubt a tremendous victory for the Yankees. As NJ Advance Media’s Randy Miller explained, Betts’ departure does two things for New York. First, it weakens the American League East, giving the Yankees the inside track on dominating the division for years to come. Second, it increases the chances the road to the World Series will go through the Bronx," reported NJ.com.

And for all you history buffs, who love to track deals that later paid off huge dividends. Here's something for you to chat about at the water cooler today.

"The Red Sox trading Betts comes 100 years after what had previously been Boston’s dumbest move: sending Babe Ruth to the Yankees. That deal was completed before the 1920 season. Now, on the eve of the 2020 season, the Yankees once again benefit from Boston’s front office shipping out the franchise’s best player," report NJ.com.

It is a great Wednesday, fans! Less than a week until Spring Training 2020, and the Yankees get a face lift without doing a thing. Let's use this as a sign and maybe karma. Yet, if the Yankees head to the World Series, and face the Dodgers, Betts will surely stand in their way and make it difficult for the Bombers, as he has traditionally as a Red Sox. But for now, let's count our blessings...bye bye Betts.