Manny Machado needed to play defense, but first, let him take a selfie.
Machado, who at the time of publishing was still a member of the Baltimore Orioles, has been a constant topic of trade discussions as he nears the end of his contract. Baltimore is having a bad season — 39.5 games behind the Boston Red Sox who are leading the American League East.
So, when Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp doubled during Tuesday’s All-Star Game, Machado took a moment between plays to take a selfie with a potential new teammate.
#Orioles Manny Machado takes a selfie with future #Dodgers teammate Matt Kemp. #MLB #AllStarGame pic.twitter.com/J1RH4Da7I4
— Matt Johnson (@MattJ_Sports) July 18, 2018
The 26-year-old infielder is taking part in his fourth All-Star Game. Machado’s hitting .315 this season with 24 home runs and 65 RBI.
Machado has been of interest to a number of MLB teams, such as the Milwaukee Brewers, New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies. But the Dodgers link has picked up the most steam, ESPN’s Buster Olney reported.
Sources: The Orioles have structure of a deal in place, and are going through the medicals/paperwork portion of the transaction. Dodgers have been very invested in their pursuit of Machado, as have the Phillies and other teams, but this in not finished yet.
— Buster Olney (@Buster_ESPN) July 17, 2018
Machado is wearing his Orioles gear during the All-Star Game, but it might not be too long before he dons another color, perhaps Dodgers blue.
• Andy Kostka can be reached at akostka@washingtontimes.com.
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