Kids Trivia Yankees Trades Throughout their storied history, the Yankees have significantly improved their roster when given the opportunity by trading for some of the biggest and brightest stars in the game. The Yanks have also made shrewd, under-the-radar deals to acquire young, up-and-coming players who quickly impacted the lineup and contributed to the team’s pursuit of World Series championships. How well do you know your famous Yankees trades? 1. In 1954, the Yankees acquired Don Larsen from 5. The Yankees sent a four-player the Orioles in what remains the largest deal in major package that included league history. How many players were involved? Don Larsen to the Kansas City A’s to acquire Roger Maris and two A) 13 others in December of which year? B) 19 C) 11 A) 1959 D) 17 B) 1947 C) 1980 2. When the Yankees traded for Alex Rodriguez D) 1968 in 2004, which two players were ultimately sent to the Rangers to complete the transaction? A) Alfonso Soriano and Félix Heredia B) Erick Almonte and Nick Johnson C) Alfonso Soriano and Joaquin Arias D) Enrique Wilson and Alfonso Soriano 3. Which two players did the Yankees trade for after the 1995 season? A) David Cone and Scott Brosius B) Tino Martinez and Jeff Nelson C) David Cone and Jeff Nelson D) Tino Martinez and Dwight Gooden 4. Following the 1998 season, the Yankees traded David Wells to the Blue Jays in return for Roger Clemens. Who was the other Yankees pitcher that went to Toronto? A) Willie Banks B) Darren Holmes C) Graeme Lloyd D) Jason Grimsley.