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Teoscar Hernández offers another compelling story of resilience and strategic decision-making. Hernández began his career with the Houston Astros and had a brief stint with the infamous 2017 team, which was embroiled in a cheating scandal. His career took a more promising turn after being traded to the Toronto Blue Jays, where he quickly established himself as a formidable hitter.
In his five years with Toronto, Hernández accumulated impressive stats, including approximately 120 home runs. However, in light of nearing free agency and following a trade to the Seattle Mariners, he faced challenges as he struggled to perform in a pitching-friendly ballpark. This led to uncertainties about landing the elusive multi-year deal he coveted.