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for the millionth time about his decision to take less money and fewer years to pitch in Philadelphia instead of New York, Lee said that the age of the Yankees players was a factor.

"They're getting old," Lee said.

Getting old? Well, yes Cliff. That's what people tend to do. But if he's implying that the Phillies are a younger team, that's not exactly the case.

In terms of the everyday lineup, the Yankees are younger at five of eight positions. That includes Chase Utley at second base for the Phillies, who may or may not start the season on the DL. If he does, the likely candidate to replace him is Wilson Valdez, who is 32 years old, so the Yankees' advantage still holds true.

"Texas probably finished second, to ...

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