Yankees fans can’t help but feel bad for Oswald Peraza after comments post-trade
The New York Yankees’ infield shuffle this season has left many young players in limbo, but none more so than Oswald Peraza. Once considered one of the organization’s top prospects, Peraza was dealt in a recent trade that left fans both surprised and sympathetic — especially after his candid comments following the move.
Peraza admitted in an interview after the trade that his time in New York didn’t unfold the way he had hoped. Despite shining in Triple-A and flashing his defensive versatility in limited big-league opportunities, the 23-year-old was often overshadowed by fellow infielder Anthony Volpe and squeezed out of regular playing time by veterans. His frustration was evident, though his remarks carried more disappointment than bitterness.
“I always worked hard and believed I could help the team,” Peraza said. “But sometimes the opportunities just weren’t there. It’s tough, because you want to show what you can do.”
Yankees fans, who had long rooted for Peraza to break through, were quick to rally behind him on social media. Many expressed that he never truly received a fair shot, often called up only to ride the bench or shuffled back to the minors before finding any rhythm at the plate. His raw talent, especially his glove, had been praised by scouts for years, but the logjam in the Bronx ultimately left him without a clear path.
While the trade gives Peraza a fresh start with a new organization, his exit underscores a broader frustration among Yankees fans about how the team has handled its young talent. For now, supporters are wishing him well — and hoping that the change of scenery finally allows him to showcase the potential he rarely had the chance to display in pinstripes.
