The Texas Rangers approached their 38-year-old pitcher about waiving his no-trade clause ahead of the trade deadline, but deGrom opted to stay in Texas.
Two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom, 38, told the Texas Rangers before Monday's trade deadline that he wanted to stay with the 55-57 team, telling reporters at Globe Life Field that "I want to be here," and that "I believe in this group."
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Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom will remain with the team after using his full no-trade clause to block a potential move before the MLB trade deadline. The Rangers reportedly approached the 38-year-old right-hander about waiving his trade protection, but deGrom informed the team that he wanted to stay in Texas.
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MLB Trade Rumors: Jacob deGrom has informed the Texas Rangers that he wants to stay in Texas, according to Ken Rosenthal, who says that the club approached deGrom about waiving his full no-trade clause.
Despite reported trade interest, Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom will remain with the team after utilizing the no-trade clause in his contract, according to a report by The Athletic.
The Texas Rangers appear to want to make a move before Monday’s 6 p.m. EST trade deadline. Reports indicate that the club asked 13-year veteran Jacob deGrom to waive his no-trade clause.
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The Texas Rangers were seemingly ready to sell at the trade deadline, but Jacob deGrom prevented them from going all the way with it. The Rangers approached deGrom about waiving his no-trade clause, but the star pitcher declined to do so, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
The Texas Rangers were listening to all offers on Monday and even approached one of their stars about waving his no-trade clause. But that star said no.
Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom will remain with the team after declining to waive his no-trade clause, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The veteran has full no-trade protection and would’ve had to sign off on any deal.
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