Russell Wilson agreed to a one-year contract with the Giants on Tuesday, but seven years ago this month, the former signal-caller got his chance in pinstripes with the Yankees — once pinch-hitting for Aaron Judge and facing Max Fried.
Russell Wilson is coming to play for New York.
But it’s not the first time.
Wilson agreed to a one-year contract with the Giants on Tuesday, but seven years ago this month, the former signal-caller got his chance in pinstripes with the Yankees — once pinch-hitting for Aaron Judge and facing Max Fried.
To rewind, the 10-time Pro Bowl quarterback had once been an intriguing baseball prospect, twice getting drafted by big league clubs (Orioles in 2007, Rockies in 2010) and signing with the Rockies in the latter instance after he played baseball at NC State.
