Chapman wants apology from Yankees GM for past stint

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Chapman wants apology from Yankees GM for past stint
Summary

Aroldis Chapman expressed that if he is acquired by the New York Yankees, he expects an apology from GM Brian Cashman regarding the circumstances of his previous tenure with the team. Chapman, currently the closer for the Boston Red Sox, highlighted the unresolved issues from his past in New York. His statements come amid ongoing discussions about his future as the MLB season progresses. Chapman's performance this season could impact negotiations if the Yankees pursue him.

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  • •Chapman plays for the Red Sox and is currently a closer.
  • •He has a history with the Yankees from his prior stint.
  • •Chapman expects an apology from GM Brian Cashman.
  • •Ongoing MLB season discussions may influence trades involving Chapman.
Latest Updates
  • 1:14 AMYahoo Sports — Aaron Boone: Yankees don’t owe Aroldis Chapman the apology he wants from Brian Cashman
  • 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — Aroldis Chapman wants an apology from Yankees GM Brian Cashman before entertaining potential reunion
  • 1:23 AMYahoo Sports — Aroldis Chapman wants an apology from Yankees GM Brian Cashman
  • 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox's Aroldis Chapman reportedly says if Yankees trade for him, GM Brian Cashman should apologize to LHP first
  • 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — Aroldis Chapman Addresses Trade Rumors, Demands Apology From Yankees GM Brian Cashman
  • 8:36 PMYahoo Sports — Aroldis Chapman wants an apology from Brian Cashman if he's traded to the Yankees
  • 8:25 PMESPN — Chapman: If Yanks want me, GM should apologize
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TORONTO — A few improbable things would have to happen for there to be a reunion between the Yankees and Aroldis Chapman. First, the Yankees would have to have interest in reacquiring a pitcher who left the team on poor terms in 2022. Then, the Yankees and the Red Sox, Chapman’s current employer, would have to agree to a rare trade between the rivals. Finally, Brian Cashman would have to ...

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Boston Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman told ESPN Deportes that he would need Yankees GM Brian Cashman to "apologize first" before accepting a potential trade back to the Bronx, but didn't rule out the possibility of a reunion.

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If the Yankees were to acquire Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman, he would like New York GM Brian Cashman to apologize to him for how his previous stint with the team ended.

— ESPNby Enrique Rojas
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