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FanDuel, another leading sportsbook in Virginia, tells a similar tale. The Commanders’ odds were 50-1 before the trade and continue to be 50-1 at present.
The contrast was even more remarkable at WynnBET, where the Super Bowl prospects took a dive. Prior to the trade, Washington’s chances of winning the Super Bowl were valued at +6000. However, after the trade, the odds diminished to +7500.
The Wentz trade fails to benefit the Commanders, as even the oddsmakers, responsible for assessing teams and adjusting odds, see no improvement. Adding to the disappointment, Washington has agreed to cover the entire $28 million owed to Wentz this year, including a $5 million roster bonus due in the upcoming week.
In my opinion, I sympathize with Washington fans. They have experienced two name changes within a short span of two years. Furthermore, they have recently traded away valuable draft assets for a player who is quite similar to Taylor Heinicke, someone they already have on their roster.
Famous bad trades in sports history
Commanders fans can find solace in knowing that they are not alone in their disappointment. In a hypothetical bad trade support group, they would be just one of many members.
However, it remains uncertain. Perhaps Wentz will regain his form from 2017 in the upcoming year. Until that moment arrives, I’ll keep a spot reserved for the Commanders alongside the 1920 Red Sox and the 1992 Falcons.
In order to provide further solace to the Commanders, I propose examining some of the most disastrous trades in the annals of sports history. Although I believe the Wentz trade will never approach the magnitude of these blunders, it will at least offer Commanders fans a sense of perspective.
Red Sox trade Babe Ruth for … a musical?
The Curse of the Bambino is a widely known tale, but its surprising origins may catch you off guard. Back in 1920, the Boston Red Sox made a fateful decision to trade Babe Ruth to the Yankees. This exchange involved $100,000 along with a substantial $300,000 loan intended to support the production of the musical “No, No, Nanette.”
As Babe continued to thrive, hitting an impressive 659 home runs for the Yankees and securing four World Series victories, the show unfortunately failed to gain success.
The Hornets unknowingly trade away Kobe Bryant
In the lead-up to the 1996 NBA Draft, the Charlotte Hornets made a significant trade by sending their 13th overall pick to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for the seasoned center, Vlade Divac. The Lakers made excellent use of that acquired pick, selecting Kobe Bryant, who would go on to achieve great fame and win five championships with the team.
After a brief stint of two seasons with the Hornets, Divac departed to join the Kings in 1998.
The Falcons give up on Brett Favre
In 1991, the Falcons exchanged rookie QB Brett Favre with the Packers in return for a valuable first-round draft pick. Surprisingly, the team officials appeared to have little interest in Favre, as they placed him as a third-string QB upon completing the trade.
Favre’s accomplishments include winning three MVP awards and securing a Super Bowl ring with the Packers, cementing his status as one of the all-time greats in the sport.
Sonics say goodbye to Scottie Pippen
In exchange for Olden Polynice, a second-round pick, and the option to switch first-round picks in 1989, the Sonics traded Scottie Pippen, their fifth overall pick in the draft, to the Bulls.
Don’t fret if you find yourself puzzled by the name of Olden Polynice – I’m in the same boat.
Despite his lengthy 15-year career, Polynice failed to achieve any remarkable accomplishments.
Do I really need to mention Pippen’s exceptional performance?
Boston Blunders again
I sincerely apologize for continuously targeting the Red Sox, but they consistently provide ample opportunities for criticism.
The Astros acquired future Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell in exchange for reliever Larry Anderson in 1990.
Despite Anderson’s limited playing time of only 22 innings for the Sox, Bagwell emerged victorious as the Rookie of the Year, won the 1994 MVP title, and achieved the prestigious honor of having his name immortalized in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Commanders fans, I understand that the Wentz trade may not seem favorable at the moment. However, let’s not forget to consider the numerous trades that preceded it.
Certainly, you might be compensating your QB at a rate that surpasses his actual value, but at the very least, you avoided exchanging the potential future star, comparable to Patrick Mahomes, for the privileges to a failed Broadway production.
Photo by AP / Phelan M. Ebenhack
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