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MLB Free Agency 2013: Scott Hairston Deciding Between »
The New York Yankees have zeroed in on the right-handed bat they want for 2013.The only problem is, they have competition for his services as well.It's been clear all winter long that the Yankees have had interest in free-agent outfielder Scott Hairston, but so do the New York Mets.Wallace Matthews of ESPN New York has confirmed that the race for [...]
MLB Free Agency 2013: New York Yankees Interested in »
Two years ago, the New York Yankees made a bold move at the trade deadline.They acquired long-time slugger Lance Berkman from the Houston Astros for unknown prospects and at the time, it seemed like a steal of a trade.In the 37 games that he played for with the Bombers, Berkman was hardly the slugging hitter that was advertised, as he hit .255 [...]
MLB Free Agency 2013: New York Yankees ‘Have No »
The New York Yankees are still looking for a right-handed bat for 2013.However, one name can be crossed off the list of potential candidates.According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Yankees have no interest in free agent outfielder Delmon Young. Even after sign Matt Diaz to minor deal, #Yankees looking for RH punch v. LHs. Have no [...]
New York Yankees: 5 Potential Options at Catcher for »
First and foremost, I'd like to wish all of you a Happy New Year.As the calendar turned to 2013 on Tuesday, the New York Yankees are still without a starting catcher.I'm not looking at any of the current options the Yankees have on their roster as a starting catcher.Francisco Cervelli was sent down to the minors right before the 2012 season [...]
MLB Trade Rumors: How Dealing for Vernon Wells Could »
The main focus of the New York Yankees heading into 2013 seems to be a bat.Preferably, a right-handed bat that can play the outfield.Last week, the Yankees signed former Atlanta Braves outfielder Matt Diaz to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training.However, Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports doesn't think the Yankees' pursuit for [...]
New York Yankees: 5 Potential New Year’s »
First and foremost, I hope everyone on here had a great holiday this past week and enjoyed time with your family and friends.With Christmas now over, the page on 2012 is about to turn and the 2013 year is upon us.With New Year's, everyone likes to make their "New Year's resolutions" for what they want to change about their life.For the New York [...]
New York Yankees: Former World Series MVP Hideki »
Another former Yankee has decided to hang up the cleats for good.Hideki Matsui has decided to announce his retirement from baseball, according to Craig Calcaterra of NBC's Hard Ball Talk.The 38-year-old made headlines back in the winter of 2002 by coming over from Japan to the majors and choosing to sign with the Yankees on a three-year, $21 [...]
MLB Free Agency 2013: Nick Swisher, Cleveland Indians »
Nick Swisher is officially off the market.The former New York Yankees right fielder will be returning home to play baseball in 2013.Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News broke the news that Swisher had signed a four-year, $56 million deal with the Cleveland Indians: BREAKING: Nick Swisher has agreed to a four-year, $56 million deal with the [...]
MLB Free Agency 2013: Raul Ibanez Returns to Mariners »
The New York Yankees have another vacancy in their lineup to fill for 2013.Not only is the catcher spot open, but now, their designated hitter spot is as well.Sweeny Murti of WFAN broke the news that former Yankees designated hitter Raul Ibanez has signed with the Seattle Mariners. Raul Ibanez has agreed to a 1-year deal with the [...]
MLB Free Agency 2013: A.J. Pierzynski Passes on »
The New York Yankees just lost another option for their vacant catcher spot.First, it was Russell Martin, who bolted from the Bronx to the Pirates on a two-year deal. Now, the last big free-agent catcher is officially off the market.Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports was the first to break the news that the Texas Rangers were closing in on a one-year [...]