Alex Verdugo, a free-agent outfielder, has agreed to a minor-league deal with the New York Yankees with an invitation to major-league spring training. He expressed initial anger at being traded to the Yankees from the Red Sox but later felt excited after hearing from Aaron Judge, Gerrit Cole, and Anthony Rizzo. Verdugo mentioned his appreciation for the aggressive mindset in New York and his readiness to work with manager Aaron Boone. He aims to support his superstar Yankees teammates and wants to win the World Series. Former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon criticized Verdugo's comments, expressing a desire to drill him over his remarks about Alex Cora.
I’m happy to announce I’ve accepted a position with the @astros in their Player Development department! Extremely thankful for everyone in the @Yankees organization and everything they did for me this year. I’m excited to get to spring training and get started! https://t.co/fCwScbrX9E
Former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon wants to drill new Yankees outfielder Alex Verdugo over his recent comments https://t.co/lK1jyQcCtf
Jonathan Papelbon said that, if it were him, he'd drill a former Boston player for taking a shot at Alex Cora. https://t.co/uwlTEcTHcQ
Alex Verdugo was pretty good and sometimes good player. Still young, played a lot of baseball in LA/Boston. Not easy. Problem here was Sox needed all-star-esque guy, esp. after Mookie debacle. Will be better w/ NYY as No. 3 OF. Less expectations.
.@TheRealJPap58 was not holding back on the newest Yankee Alex Verdugo, calling him a "bitch"...twice. ▶️ https://t.co/fpNyLrniyG https://t.co/0lid30n5lz
Jonathan Papelbon had thoughts after hearing Alex Verdugo’s comments about his relationship with Alex Cora https://t.co/IibcOmyrBR
1B Lewin Diaz has signed a minor league deal with the Washington Nationals, per source. Deal comes with a spring training invite. Diaz, 27, spent last season in AAA with the Orioles and played parts of 2020-2022 in the big leagues with Miami.
Verdugo I mean Vertigo is a Bitch. Cora has his players and teammates backs more than anyone in the game. You aired yourself out by being late, lazy and unproductive. If I played for Cora I’m drilling this bitch, just saying. https://t.co/ucNzJoXdw1
Here's why Alex Verdugo says #Yankees fans "will like what they see" from him: https://t.co/q2XFM6nfQ7
Said it earlier but seeing it again now on hot stove. Alex Verdugo had an incredible introductory press conference today. I have done a total 180 on the dude. Seems genuinely excited to be a Yankee. Really happy to have him
Alex Verdugo initially angry at Red Sox for trade to rival Yankees: ‘Reaction was mad’ https://t.co/6LPSQSkrDQ https://t.co/ZlxRqrHLUu
Up now on @BGlobeSports from @byJulianMack: Alex Verdugo discussed his trade to the Yankees, praised Aaron Boone for supporting his players (🤔) and reflected on his time with the #RedSox: https://t.co/Cvg7zZ4js2
As Alex Verdugo sat in his new home, the Yankees outfielder couldn’t help but comment on his bare cheeks. “I actually really like it. It feels like a fresh start, and I feel like a kid again.” @GaryHPhillips https://t.co/tv20iSDgmb
Here’s @byJulianMack with Alex Verdugo’s assessment of his Red Sox tenure - which he described as a rebuilding period for the Red Sox https://t.co/FusnWT6yGO via @BostonGlobe
Alex Verdugo believes he possesses the perfect tools to support his superstar Yankees teammates. He wants to use his abilities to make contact, get on base and play all three outfield positions to complement Aaron Judge and Juan Soto. @petersblendorio https://t.co/xdJnEXZS8M
"I shaved right away just so I could feel like I'm in it" Alex Verdugo on his initial reaction to being traded to the #Yankees and joining an outfield of Aaron Judge & Juan Soto https://t.co/MNmPDTociL
Alex Verdugo was initially furious when Red Sox traded him to rival Yankees https://t.co/oYduDafbvi
Alex Verdugo believes he possesses the perfect tools to support his superstar Yankees teammates. He wants to use his abilities to make contact, get on base and play all three outfield positions to complement Aaron Judge and Juan Soto. @GaryHPhillips https://t.co/SWuQt2loh6
Alex Verdugo is excited to work with Aaron Boone. 🤝 https://t.co/S7PEGcrMcK https://t.co/lpQToqhdIx
Alex Verdugo calls out Alex Cora, Red Sox in first post-trade comments https://t.co/bFGwkr5m6F
Yankees' Verdugo excited to work with manager who 'has his players' backs' https://t.co/9E1pSRUlwn
“We never went for it.” Alex Verdugo had some interesting thoughts on his time in Boston during his introductory Yankees press conference 👀 https://t.co/XQLuhCrFGF
"We needed a couple key pieces and we never went for it. It was definitely frustrating... You don't see Fenway empty like that too much." Alex Verdugo reflects on his last two seasons in Boston https://t.co/Wh1lIXBq2A
Alex Verdugo was mad the Red Sox sent him to the rival Then he got excited when he recalled how his 2023 in Boston went and when Judge, Stanton, Cole and Rizzo reached out to him He immediately shaved and works out in his Yankees hat everyday "I want to win the World Series." https://t.co/Erewaaqz2e
Hard not to like everything Verdugo said and his overall vibe in his presser today. Good stuff. Excited to have him https://t.co/v5MJ5O9Ob3
"I'm very excited to work with Aaron (Boone). I see how he has his player's backs. The one that really gets out to me is when he's like 'These guys are savages!'" This was Alex Verdugo's response when asked about his rocky relationship with Red Sox manager Alex Cora https://t.co/zAo8HLSZKq
Alex Verdugo: “The mindset in New York, how people talk, they’re a little bit more aggressive. They’re kind of straight to the point. I like that, man. I enjoy it. I think when they see me play every day, and they see me bust my butt and work hard, I think they’ll like what… https://t.co/RnHvxUAuYf
Alex Verdugo throwing some shade at Alex Cora ooorr? https://t.co/RVvOIajlW0
Alex Verdugo said that his initial reaction to the trade was “mad - they really sent me to the rivals?” Then after a day, he heard from Aaron Judge, Gerrit Cole and Anthony Rizzo, and is looking forward to a fresh start. “It got me excited. I shaved right away so I could feel…
Alex Verdugo says he hasn’t been clean shaven since high school (via @YESNetwork) https://t.co/w5y5V2Ank1
Free-agent outfielder Luis González has agreed to a minor-league deal with the Yankees with an invitation to major-league spring training, source tells @TheAthletic.
Alex Verdugo will speak with the media at 4 PM on YES (via @YESNetwork) https://t.co/vvwAkIyk4t
Thanks to @BryanHoch and Danny Mantle !! We discuss Bryan's book : Aaron Judge, the NY Yankees and the Pursuit of Greatness ** 62 ** https://t.co/3sC6WufNOu