One former member of the Boston Red Sox is going to get another shot at working his way up to the big leagues this spring. Former Red Sox slugger Franchy Cordero last saw time in the big leagues as a member of the New York Yankees in 2023.
Former Boston Red Sox trade acquisition Franchy Cordero has resurfaced in the United States, signing a minor league deal with the Washington Nationals.
The veteran transformed from a middling role player into an impact cleanup hitter in 2023, but can his magic continue this season? If you’re anything like me, you reacted to the Orioles’ acquisition of Ryan O’Hearn last January with a yawn or a shrug.
A pair of now-former New York Yankees are headed to Japan. Outfielder Franchy Cordero has signed a deal with the Seibu Lions of Nippon Professional Baseball, his agency Republik Sports announced Thursday on Twitter.
One former member of the Boston Red Sox has found himself a new home abroad. Former Red Sox slugger Franchy Cordero had a roller coaster of a 2023 season with the New York Yankees and now reportedly has signed with the Seibu Lions of Nippon Professional Baseball, according to FanSided's Robert Murray.
The Boston Red Sox traded Andrew Benintendi to the Kansas City Royals last month in exchange for Franchy Cordero. Cordero, who grew up a Red Sox fan, admitted that he was surprised and happy he was traded to Boston.