The headlines in the last few days have been about the former Chicago Cubs pitcher Marcus Stroman due to his open wish to play for the New York Yankees. However, the move is likely to happen due to his negative comments, which seems to be a reason that pulled the Bronx away from him. However, given that the experienced pitcher has all the 2009 champions need, the deal could happen. This brings his agent, Brodie Van Wagenen, into the picture, who has a task to fulfill here.
Notably, Van Wagenen has known Stroman for years, having managed him in the past after trading for him. Now, he is doing the same but in a different role. Thus, both share a lot of respect and might become a reason for Wagenen doing everything to fulfill the 2x All-Star wish. But will he be able to do it?
Brodie Van Wagenen, Former New York Mets General Manager, Now Working as an Agent
The life journey of Brodie Van Wagenen has shifted from one frame to the other on multiple occasions. The retired baseball player is now active in the representative industry after making it into the agency market with Randy Flores as his first client. Interestingly, he had a brief stint as an intern with the Chicago Bulls.
However, his real shot came when he joined the CAA as a Co-Head of the Baseball division. He made it into the Sports Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list in 2012 due to his contribution in deals worth more than $1.25 billion and over $100 million in endorsement deals. But he again switched places and signed for the New York Mets as a general manager in 2016. He worked there until 2020 and was part of the many deals. It included Marcus Stroman’s arrival at the Queens.
Brodie Van Wagenen returned to the representative industry. He is now a Roc Nation executive and has been managing Marcus Stroman since 2023. But can he add more to it a year later by agreeing with the Yankees?
Can Van Wagenen Fulfill Marcus Stroman’s Wish?
Currently out of contract Marcus Stroman wants the Yankees as his team. If he gets a deal could get a similar contract to the past, where he earned $25 million a year. However, that would need a change of stance from the Bronx. Can Brodie Van Wagenen bring that? Well, if the past is analyzed, his relationship with Yankees GM Brian Cashman brings in positives.
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According to northjersey.com, Cashman has praised him in the past, “I know my experience with Brodie has always been good. Great to deal with, always very transparent, always available.” Though years have passed since the statement was made. But it can help Stroman have his wish fulfilled. However, how soon will it happen? Only time will tell.
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