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Yankees strike deal with Rangers to acquire infielder Rougned Odor

The New York Yankees and Texas Rangers have struck a deal to trade infielder Rougned Odor to the Bronx. Having last played in 2020, Odor experienced 38 games of action, hitting 10 homers and 30 RBIs, finishing with a .167 average. The Rangers recently designated Odor for assignment prior to Opening Day, who has two years and $27 million remaining on his contract.

Can confirm the #Yankees are acquiring Rougned Odor from the #Rangers @JeffPassan 1st

— Joel Sherman (@Joelsherman1) April 6, 2021

This is undoubtedly an interesting move for the Yankees, as Odor is capable of being a solid lefty hitter with power, hitting 30 homers in 2019.