Aroldis Chapman Demands Yankees Apology for Potential Trade, Manager Boone Disagrees Aroldis Chapman, the flame-throwing left-handed reliever for the Boston Red Sox, has reignited tensions with the New York Yankees by suggesting the team should issue an apology if they attempt to acquire him in a trade. The 38-year-old Cuban southpaw, who previously spent two stints with the Yankees, expressed his frustration during an interview with ESPN, stating that if the Yankees pursue him, someone from the organization should first apologize for past grievances. When asked if that person would be general manager Brian Cashman, Chapman confirmed, “Yes.” Chapman’s contentious relationship with the Yankees dates back to his second tenure with the team, which began in 2016 after he was traded from the Chicago Cubs. The Yankees signed him to a then-record $86 million, five-year contract following his World Series-winning performance with the Cubs. Over the next six seasons, Chapman became a key reliever for New York, appearing in 284 games and recording 133 saves. He earned All-Star honors in 2018, 2019, and 2021, but his time with the Yankees was marred by struggles. In 2022, Chapman’s season took a downturn. He missed time due to Achilles tendinitis and lost the closer role to Clay Holmes. Later, he was sidelined by an infection from a tattoo, finishing the season with a career-worst 4.46 ERA. The most contentious moment came when he was left off the playoff roster for missing a mandatory practice leading up to the 2022 ALDS. Chapman claimed he had been cleared to skip the workout and travel to Miami, but Yankees management accused him of insubordination. ESPN reported that Cashman and the front office were deeply critical of his absence, which left a lasting impact on their relationship.#boston_red_sox #new_york_yankees #aaron_boone #brian_cashman #arooldis_chapman
Red Sox's Aroldis Chapman Says Yankees GM Owes Him Apology Aroldis Chapman, the veteran reliever for the Boston Red Sox, has expressed his belief that New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman owes him an apology for the manner in which his tenure with the Yankees ended in 2022. The Cuban star, who is entering his 15th season in Major League Baseball, is now facing potential trade rumors as the Red Sox struggle to remain competitive in the American League East. With the team currently 13½ games behind the Tampa Bay Rays and 5½ games out of the third wild-card spot, Chapman’s future remains uncertain as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches. Chapman’s relationship with the Yankees has been marred by controversy since his departure from the team in 2022. After a season plagued by a 4.46 ERA, a left leg infection linked to a tattoo, and the loss of the closer role to Clay Holmes, Chapman was left off the playoff roster for missing a mandatory team practice at Yankee Stadium before the AL Division Series. While the pitcher claimed he had received permission to attend a personal event in Miami, Cashman accused him of insubordination, leading to a rift between the player and the organization. Chapman has since stated that he believes someone from the Yankees should have apologized for the situation, and when asked directly if Cashman was that person, he confirmed, “yes.” Despite the fallout, Chapman has remained a dominant force on the mound for the Red Sox this season. Through 87 games, the 38-year-old left-hander has posted a 1.00 ERA, struck out 111 batters in 81 innings, and converted all 13 of his save opportunities. His performance has been particularly impressive given the team’s overall struggles, as he has allowed just one run in 19⅔ innings.#boston_red_sox #new_york_yankees #american_league_east #arooldis_chapman #brian_cashman
