MIAMI (AP) — With a pair of new sluggers in place, the New York Yankees are ready to make their playoff drive. New York obtained Gallo and left-handed reliever Joely Rodríguez from the Texas Rangers for four minor league prospects Thursday. “I’ve been hearing for some time that it was a possibility, that New York was in play for me,” Gallo said. For the 31-year-old Rizzo, who had 243 homers in 11 major league seasons, joining the Yankees came with the difficult emotions of leaving the Cubs. Those moments will never be taken away.”With his trade to the Yankees, Gallo also will have a new look.

Source: thestar July 31, 2021 02:03 UTC