“Get rid of that bum!” – NY Yankees looking to offload 2x All-Star Marcus Stroman ignites WILD reaction from fans on social media
The New York Yankees are actively trying to deal Marcus Stroman and his enormous $18,000,000 salary ahead of the 2025 season.
Marcus Stroman (Image via X)
After coming up short in the 2024 Fall Classic and losing out on superstar free agent Juan Soto, the New York Yankees have taken an aggressive approach in the offseason. As per new reports, the team is now looking to offload 2-time All-Star Marcus Stroman.
The starting pitcher signed a two-year $37 million deal with the team in January 2024. This move shocked several fans, as he previously had some beef with Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman. The pitcher had openly spoken about the struggles of the Yankees.
Despite that, he joined the team. In the 2024 season, Stroman had an underwhelming season. He went 10-9 in 30 games he played last year. He eventually finished the campaign with a high ERA of 4.31 and picked up just 113 strikeouts.
The 33-year-old pitcher was left out of the New York Yankees‘ ALDS 26-man roster after posting an ERA of 5.70 since the start of June. While he was re-added to the roster as the team advanced to the ALCS, he did not make any appearance in the postseason.
With the signing of Max Fried on an 8-year $218 million deal, questions were raised regarding the future of Stroman. As per Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Yankees are “actively trying to deal” Marcus Stroman and his $18 million salary.
⚠️ The Yankees are reportedly "actively trying to deal" Marcus Stroman, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. #NYY pic.twitter.com/P3MI6hOdE1
— Fireside Yankees (@FiresideYankees) January 7, 2025
As per Nightengale, the Bronx Bombers are now seeking a left-handed reliever and an infielder. They have been reported to have had free-agent pitcher Andrew Chafin and infielder Brendan Rodgers.
Social media reactions to NY Yankees trying to trade away Marcus Stroman
Marcus Stroman had never been a fan favorite in the Bronx. His past comments regarding the team had led to some furious reactions from the fans. Despite signing with the team, he was seemingly unable to win over the hearts of the Yankee fanbase.
The news of the team trying to trade him away has sparked wild reactions on social media. The fans on X have not held back and harshly attacked the player. One fan wrote, “Please get rid of that bum!” while learning about this development.
Check out some more strong reactions from fans on X below:
Please get rid of that bum!
— Cool Days End (@CoolDaysEnd) January 7, 2025
Best move of the offseason if Cashman can pull this off
— Michael Dom Jr (@mdurantejr) January 7, 2025
Good he’s horrible
— Sal (@Sal440M) January 7, 2025
This dude is a cancer
— Kevo (@KevoA91) January 8, 2025
LOL Fuck this bitch. When things go wrong he calls the fans racist
— DJK (@DJK4545) January 7, 2025
No one wants that racist clubhouse cancer ?
— YouAreBigMad (@PrideofSpuyten) January 7, 2025
Shocking ? He’s a clown and the Yankees do not put up with clowns.
— Andrew (@HornsUpMetsFan) January 7, 2025
Robbing a federal bank would be easier than this
— BAJ Appology Tour (@Yanksrizz) January 7, 2025
yeah but no one wants him lol
— Bronx Fried Rice (@YankeesNerdLol) January 7, 2025
No one wants him bro just give it up @Yankees
— jjk jasson domjnguez is a all star (@Jjk06383692) January 7, 2025
It will now be interesting if any team tries to get their hands on Stroman. His high salary could prove to be an obstacle to a possible trade away from the Yankees.
Vinay Dave
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