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sports2 years ago

FSU's Running Back Mount Rushmore: Poll Results Revealed

The Tomahawk Nation community has voted and chosen the Mount Rushmore of FSU Running Backs, which includes Warrick Dunn, Dalvin Cook, Greg Allen, and Amp Lee. Cam Akers, Greg Jones, Sammie Smith, Devonta Freeman, Larry Key, and Dexter Carter were also in the top 10 choices. The community had a difficult time choosing the fourth spot, with many deserving candidates.

sports2 years ago

Yankees part ways with veteran outfielder Aaron Hicks.

The New York Yankees have designated veteran outfielder Aaron Hicks for assignment ahead of their game on Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds. The move cleared up a spot for Greg Allen, who was acquired from the Boston Red Sox on Friday night in exchange for right-hander Diego Hernandez and cash considerations. Hicks, 33, had hit .188/.263/.261 (47 OPS+) in 76 plate appearances this season.

sports2 years ago

Yankees DFA Aaron Hicks, end disappointing tenure.

The Yankees designated Aaron Hicks for assignment and added Greg Allen to the roster, while also optioning Jhony Brito down to the minors to make room for Luis Severino's expected season debut on Sunday. In Friday's game against the Reds, Clarke Schmidt was inspected for sticky stuff but was not ejected, leading to Reds manager David Bell's ejection. Manager Aaron Boone discussed his return to Cincinnati, where he played for seven years before being acquired by the Yankees.

sports2 years ago

Yankees part ways with Aaron Hicks after disappointing tenure.

The New York Yankees have designated Aaron Hicks for assignment and traded for Greg Allen. Hicks, who is owed nearly $30 million over the next three seasons, is likely to become a free agent. Hicks had been struggling for the past three seasons and was no longer trusted by the team. Despite being a lightning rod for the fan base, his teammates never alienated him throughout his struggles. Hicks was clearly struggling with the reality that he was no longer the player he once was, and it was clear that he wasn't going to find it in New York.

sports2 years ago

Yankees cut ties with outfielder Aaron Hicks.

The New York Yankees have designated outfielder Aaron Hicks for assignment, ending his tenure with the team. Hicks, who still has nearly $30 million remaining on his contract, struggled greatly through the first two months of the 2023 season, hitting just .188 in 28 games. The Yankees have signed outfielder Greg Allen and added him to the active roster. Meanwhile, Aaron Judge homered for the seventh time in seven games as New York moved to 27-20 on the season with a 6-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds.

sports2 years ago

Yankees cut ties with veteran outfielder Aaron Hicks.

The New York Yankees have designated outfielder Aaron Hicks for assignment, ending his eight-year tenure with the team. Hicks was hitting .188/.263/.261 with one home run and five RBIs in 76 plate appearances this season. The move was made to make room for Greg Allen, who was hitting .250 with 25 runs scored, eight doubles, two homers, 15 RBIs and 23 stolen bases in 37 games with Triple-A Worcester. Hicks still has two-plus years left on his seven-year, $70 million extension he signed prior to the 2019 season.

sports2 years ago

Yankees DFA Aaron Hicks, ending disappointing tenure.

The New York Yankees designated outfielder Aaron Hicks for assignment to make room for newly acquired outfielder Greg Allen. Hicks, who still has about $28 million guaranteed on his contract, has struggled with injuries and performance over the past few seasons. The Yankees have seven days to trade Hicks or place him on irrevocable waivers. Hicks' reaction to the news was quiet, and he only gave a brief statement to the press.

sports2 years ago

Yankees part ways with veteran outfielder Aaron Hicks.

The New York Yankees have designated veteran outfielder Aaron Hicks for assignment, clearing up a spot for Greg Allen, who was acquired from the Boston Red Sox. Hicks had hit .188/.263/.261 (47 OPS+) in 76 plate appearances this season. The move comes after Hicks expressed frustration with his role despite poor play. Allen, 30, will begin his second stint with the Yankees organization.

sports2 years ago

Yankees acquire outfielder Greg Allen from Red Sox in rare trade.

The New York Yankees have acquired outfielder Greg Allen from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for right-hander Diego Hernandez and cash considerations. Allen is expected to join the Yankees' active roster ahead of their game Saturday afternoon. This is a rare trade between the two teams, with the last one occurring in January 2021. Allen will begin his second stint with the Yankees organization, having previously spent the 2021 season in pinstripes.

sports2 years ago

"Yankees and Orioles Dominate in AL East Showdown"

Aaron Judge's hot streak continued as he hammered four home runs in four games against the Blue Jays and hit another home run in Cincinnati. Ryan Weber was a standout in the Yankees' win over the Jays, pitching himself in and out of trouble. Cuban shortstop Alexander Vargas has impressed the Yankees' brass with his speed and defensive skills. Former NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo's comments on success differ from the "World Series or bust" ethos of the Yankees. The Yankees re-acquired outfielder Greg Allen from the Red Sox in a depth deal.

sports2 years ago

Yankees acquire speedy outfielder Greg Allen from Red Sox in minor trade.

The New York Yankees have acquired outfielder Greg Allen from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for minor league right-hander Diego Hernandez and cash. Allen had been in the Boston organization on a minor league contract, but an upward mobility clause in his deal required the Red Sox to either promote him or trade him if another club offered an immediate big league roster spot. This will be Allen's second stint as a Yankee, having played 15 games for them two years ago. He'll add veteran depth to the outfield behind Aaron Judge and Harrison Bader.