Minnesota Twins’ Speedster, Nick Gordon, Faces Pay Cut After Arbitration Loss in 2024…
In a recent development, Nick Gordon, the swift player for the Minnesota Twins, has been unsuccessful in his arbitration hearing, resulting in a salary less than $1 million for the upcoming 2024 season.
According to information from MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, Gordon’s arbitration plea against the Twins was denied, and he is set to earn $900,000 in the upcoming season, a figure lower than the $1.25 million he had initially sought.
At 28 years old, Gordon, known for his speed, is the son of former closer Tom “Flash” Gordon and the brother of former Marlins star Dee Strange-Gordon.
While he made his debut in 2021, Gordon has seen playing time at the major league level over the past three years, reaching a career-high of 136 games in 2022 but experiencing a significant drop to just 34 games in the last season.
Gordon’s performance at the plate has been inconsistent, with a career batting average of .250. Despite a standout 2022 season with a .272 batting average, he struggled in 2023, recording a mere .176 average. With 15 career home runs and 16 stolen bases, Gordon is versatile, capable of playing both infield and outfield positions.
The article speculates on Gordon’s role with the Twins in the upcoming season, highlighting the team’s recent changes, including losing key players like Sonny Gray, trading Jorge Polanco, and dealing with the departure of Michael A. Taylor and Emilio Pagan.
However, the Twins have made additions, bringing in reliever Justin Topa and starter Anthony DeSclafani, and anticipate healthier contributions from Byron Buxton and Royce Lewis. The mention of spring training starting soon adds context to the timeline of these developments.
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