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New York Yankees OF Clint Frazier on demotion: ‘I put myself here’

When the New York Yankees demoted Clint Frazier, he had every reason to sulk. However, his recent comments to New York Times reporter James Wagner indicate he’s taking the high road.

“I can’t be mad about my situation,” he told Wagner. “Ultimately, I put myself here.”

Frazier is referring to his well-documented defensive woes during his time with the Yanks in 2019. The youngster flubbed play after play in the outfield, sadly overshadowing a breakout season at the plate.

He compiled an impressive .843 OPS in 53 games with New York, slashing .