It was Jan. 2, 2019, when Dave Gettleman uttered the phrase that became cemented in his legacy. He was asked about Odell Beckham Jr. and the rumors swirling that the Giants intended to trade him, just four months after giving him a $95 million deal.

“We didn’t sign him to trade him,” the Giants GM said, “if that’s what you’re asking.”

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