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Sonny Gray Denies Wanting Yankees Stint, Cashman Responds

12/8/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sonny Gray, recently traded from the St. Louis Cardinals to the Boston Red Sox, claims he never wanted to play for the New York Yankees.
Brian Cashman, Yankees general manager, refuted Gray's claim and said Gray expressed a desire to join the Yankees while with the Oakland Athletics.
Gray's Yankees tenure included a 15-16 record and a 4.51 ERA before being traded to the Reds in 2019.

History

Historical Context

Sonny Gray's trade from the New York Yankees to the Cincinnati Reds in 2019 followed a challenging period marked by a 15-16 record and a 4.51 ERA. Under general manager Brian Cashman, the Yankees faced scrutiny over their trade decisions, reflecting broader tensions in Major League Baseball regarding player management and team dynamics. This situation underscores the complexities of player trades and their impact on team morale.

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Story summary

Sonny Gray, recently traded from the St. Louis Cardinals to the Boston Red Sox, claims he never wanted to play for the New York Yankees.
Brian Cashman, Yankees general manager, refuted Gray's claim and said Gray expressed a desire to join the Yankees while with the Oakland Athletics.
Gray's Yankees tenure included a 15-16 record and a 4.51 ERA before being traded to the Reds in 2019.

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