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Brian Cashman Turned Down Ben Zobrist Trade at Deadline

New York Yankees were eliminated from postseason play Tuesday after falling to the Houston Astros, 3-0, in front of their home crowd, and general manager Brian Cashman took some time afterward to reflect on a deal that nearly materialized at this summer's trade deadline. 

According to LoHud.com, Cashman told reporters the Yankees turned down a proposed deal that would have sent pitcher Adam Warren and second baseman Rob Refsnyder to the Oakland A's for utility man extraordinaire Ben Zobrist. 

Zobrist was ultimately traded to the AL Central-champion Kansas City Royals in exchange for minor league pitchers Sean Manaea and Aaron Brooks. 

Since joining the Royals at the trade deadline, Zobrist has batted .284 ...

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