MILWAUKEE -- And now Manny Machado can just play a baseball game.
After rumors circled and a media circus ensued around Machado and his potential suitors at the All-Star Game presented by Mastercard, the four-time All-Star shortstop was officially introduced as a member of the Dodgers at Miller Park before Friday night's second-half opener versus the Brewers. Acquired from the Orioles on Wednesday and widely recognized as the top player on the trade market this season, Machado can finally avoid the distractions and focus on the field.
"[I'm] relieved it finally got done and [I] don't have to answer more questions after today," Machado said.