Purple Row After Dark: Let’s talk no-trade clauses
Where won’t you go?
Aroldis Chapman and Jacob deGrom are two players who have utilized no-trade clauses to their advantage. The term "no-trade clause" refers to a provision in a player's contract that allows them to veto trades to specific teams. It is often included in contract extensions and free-agent agreements as a desirable perk for players. This clause provides players with significant control over their future.
DeGrom, in particular, employed his no-trade clause to prevent a proposed trade from the Texas Rangers. This situation has prompted questions for Purple Row Night Owls. If you've secured a great free-agent deal and are negotiating the terms with your new team, you're given the opportunity to select five teams you'd refuse a trade to. Which teams would you include in your no-trade clause and why? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
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