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MLB Hot Stove: Brian McCann Is a Realistic Option for the New York Yankees

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Russell Martin's impending free agency and the New York Yankees' need for an offensive upgrade could lead them in the direction of Atlanta Braves catcher Brian McCann this offseason.

McCann has a $12 million option for the 2013 season, but the Braves may not be inclined to exercise it after his down season and recent shoulder surgery.

Even if it is not exercised, the Braves could look to work out a more team-friendly deal in the offseason.

ESPN.com's Buster Olney reports (Insider required) that the Braves could also just pick up the option and look to trade him to a team like the Texas Rangers or the Yankees.

While Martin did improve in the final months of the regular season, his offensive production simply was not ...

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