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Wilkin De La Rosa, LHP: Prospect Profile »
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For The Yanks, The Javier Vazquez Trade Depends On Ben »
I've been on record saying that I am a fan of the deal that brought Javier Vazquez to the Yankees for Melky Cabrera, Michael Dunn, and Arodys Vizcaino. Yes, giving up Vizcaino hurt, but Vazquez is a top-notch pitcher so it was worth it to give up real talent for him. You have to give up value to get you value in return. Add in the fact that the [...]
Austin Kearns Could Be a Bargain As the New York »
This morning, Joe over at River Avenue Blues pointed out a few things about the Yankees' left field situation. In short, he suggested that the Yankees will be signing someone to complement the outfield and not necessarily take Brett Gardner's starting spot. The Yankees should in no circumstances go into the season with Jamie Hoffmann as their [...]
What Did The Yankees Give Up For Javier Vazquez? »
By now, you have all heard about the Yankees deal for Javier Vazquez . Around the blogosphere, everyone has thoroughly analyzed Javier Vazquez and what we can expect from him. The general consensus is that the guy is pretty damn good, so I'll spare you my analysis. Instead, I'd like to take a look at what the Yankees gave up and how much [...]
Javier Vazquez for Melky Cabrera: Yankees’ »
Mark Feinsand of the NY Daily News is reporting the Yankees have traded outfielder Melky Cabrera, LHP Michael Dunn, and another prospect for RHP Javier Vazquez and LHP Boone Logan. Vazquez will make $11.5 million in 2010. There were tons of rumors flying last night about whom the Yankees were working to acquire, and it should come as no surprise [...]
New York Yankees Reportedly Sign DH Nick Johnson To a »
Newsday's Ken Davidoff is reporting that the Yankees have agreed to a one-year deal with Nick Johnson worth around $5.5 million. The deal is pending a physical, but is pretty much done. This is a great move for the Yankees. While Nick Johnson will be limited to a designated hitter role on this Yankees team, I see that as a good thing. There is no [...]
Finding the New York Yankees’ Best Option for »
I touched on this topic in Monday's post , as I wondered what the Yankees should do with the left field and designated hitter positions. My line of thinking was that the Yankees don't need to bring Johnny Damon back when there are similar options available at a much more affordable price. Instead of just rambling like I did on Monday, a [...]
So Long, Johnny Damon: Why the New York Yankees Should »
With the winter meetings over and the non-tender deadlines past, news is coming in very slowly. I'm sure there will be a ton of signings over the next few weeks since there are seemingly endless numbers of free agents available. The most recent bits of news that have been passed along are in regard to Johnny Damon. Brian Hoch tells us that [...]
Kanekoa Texeira, Zach Kroenke Taken from Yankees in »
The Rule 5 Draft has come and gone, with the Yankees adding Jamie Hoffmann and losing two relievers in the process. The first pitcher taken was Zach Kroenke by the Diamondbacks, a left-handed reliever who spent the entire 2009 season in Triple-A and pitched well there. He was actually taken by the Marlins in last season's Rule 5 draft as [...]
Jamie Hoffmann Taken by Yankees with First Pick in the »
With the first pick in the 2009 Rule Five Draft that the Yankees received in return for Brian Bruney, they selected Jamie Hoffmann, an outfielder in the Dodgers' system. Hoffmann will be 25 years old for the 2009 season, stands 6'3", and weighs 220. Interestingly enough, he was undrafted and found by a scout who convinced him to sign with the [...]