History has its own way of repeating itself. What happened almost two decades ago is about to happen once again. Alex Rodriguez played as a shortstop for both Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers but dropped that position to sign with the Yankees, as he played the third baseman there. The reason behind it was that the Bronx already had a champion shortstop in Derek Jeter. And now, after the latest acquisition of the New York Mets, Carlos Correa, is about to come to the Big Apple as well to play third base. Although it’s the other NY-based team, for the same reason Correa is likely to change his position, just like A-Rod.
But there still is a difference between the two stories. When A-Rod signed with the Yankees, he was not on a good term with Jeter because of his harsh statement on the Yankees’ SS. However, That is not the case with Correa and Lindor. Notably, Lindor already plays shortstop for the Mets. But it still did not stop the MLB world from both scenarios.
Derek Jeter – Alex Rodriguez or Francisco Lindor – Carlos Correa? Which is the better duo?
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Notably, the rift between A-Rod and Jeter is not a secret to any MLB fan. Even though they played together for a decade, the two MLB superstars did not share a great relationship as a teammate.
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But according to the reports, it is not the case with Correa and Lindor. Apparently, they are good friends, and also are on good enough terms to bear with each other. It, however, has become one of the things that people are talking about.
Love the enthusiasm but…they DID win a ring. Sure they didn’t get along, but their HoFers with Rings. So let’s cool it until we do the same. If we do, thennnn we can pull something like this.
— Hans McGillicuddy (@FranklinDiazJr) December 23, 2022
Arod was way better than Correa – not really comparable, and I’m a Yankee hater
— Matt Krantweiss (@mkranny) December 23, 2022
other difference- the guys on the bottom are better
— Miracle Sweepstakes (@msweeps) December 23, 2022
Reminds me of that but Lindor is no Jeter. Jeter was a great American, played hard. Lindor is a baby that can't withstand boos
— Niko Dresteniny (@dresteniny) December 23, 2022
Only difference is A rod is a top 3 player of all time.
— Antonio Perez (@JacobyAntone) December 23, 2022
Mets love to try and be like the Yankees huh?😭😭
— Make Rodon a Yankee (@rodontoNY) December 23, 2022
Except that Jeter was a good shortstop
— Aggro Squirrel (@old_haunts) December 24, 2022
SF played it smart… good luck with Carlos
— Boriqua mangu (@boriqua_mangu) December 23, 2022
The difference is Arod and Jeter were way better lmao . Arod was a cheater but what a stupid fucking comparison
— Shane Coleman (@ShaneCo03702102) December 23, 2022
imagine your ownership spending so much money and the first thing you do is talk about the yankees 😂😂😂😂😂. i love it though
— Joseph Gonzalez (@Acehardlight98) December 23, 2022
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Although there were a few comments from MLB fans saying that Correa-Lindor’s duo is better than Jeter and A-Rod, the curve leaned towards the latter. Whereas many were also saying that there is no need for comparison as Jeter and A-Rod are iconic pair and is clearly the better one.
How did Correa sign with the Mets?
Correa signing with the New York Mets had come as a shock to many. It was because if it wasn’t for one issue with Correa’s medical, he would have signed with the San Francisco Giants. The deal was almost done but collapsed at the last moment.
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Now, only time will tell how the shortstop-third baseman duo will work out for the Mets. Tell us your views about which is the better duo in the comments below.