Joey Gallo Addresses Yankees Trade, Change of Scenery to L.A.

Joey Gallo Discusses Yankees Trade, Moving to L.A.

Joey Gallo is getting a fresh start with the Dodgers, and he's making the most of it.

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On Wednesday night, the outfielder hit his first pinch-hit three-run home run as a Dodger,

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extending Los Angeles' lead to four runs in what would be the team's tenth straight win.

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Gallo explained after the game that he welcomes the trade but does not blame the Yankees for it.

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"It was beneficial to both parties," Gallo said. "It was the best opportunity for me, and they got a great All-Star outfielder to replace me.

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" I'll never feel bad about it because I didn't do my job to the best of my abilities, but it's always nice to start over."

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