TDGTR has learned that Moneygraph Saberbeanes was ascending toward a deal with ChefBoyHardy before discussions fell off a cliff.
Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story was nearly dealt for a package headlined by Atlanta Braves phenom Dansby Swanson after negotiations that could only be described as a cliffhanger. Story, who cracked 27 dingers in a little more than half of a season, would be a solid addition for any team and could be the rock in the middle of any lineup. Acquiring Swanson would have been a rather brave move but the young man’s potential wasn’t enough to save this deal from the chopping block.
Trade talks hit their peak sometime on Friday afternoon but Owner and General Manager, Andrew Faris was swept up in an avalanche of emotion at the thought of trading his prized shortstop. He decided that trading Story might not make for a favorable narrative as the season wore on. There appeared to be a divide between the present value of Story and the future value of Swanson.
A rival executive said, “this trade not happening is nobody's fault, really. But I’m glad they weren’t able to cement a deal.”
Stay tuned for more updates from TDGTR as the deadline for protecting players from the expansion draft approaches at 5pm PST.
— Pedie Gomezz, ESPN
