Gotcha. I my hypothetical world, I guess Adley comes up this year (after 3 years in minors) and posts his first of seven 5 WAR season.
I think it’s consensus that Os don’t typically extend players, so not sure why you went there. Also think it’s not typical that catchers get extended.
The Yankees (insert any other big market team name)get their man. Don’t kid yourself.
FWIW I agree they are gaming his service time, messing with his career, and creating bad mojo for future negotiations and for future players.
I also think it is selfishly the best thing for the organization to do right now.