Yankee news and discussion
The New York Yankees won two spring training games with their spilt squads. Against ther Houston Astros, AJ Burnett threw four scoreless, perfect innings as the Yankees topped the Astros 3-1. Meanwhile, the other Yankees out slugged the Pittsburgh Pirates 13-10 with the help of Jesus Montero’s grand slam homerun. For more, see this story.
Here’s one take on the New York Yankees outlook for 2009. They added three top free agents to an already strong team. And one thing I agree with, the Yankees will win this season!
The NY Yankees signed one more pitcher yesterday, Brett Tomko, to a minor league contract. Tomko is a right hander who pitched last year for the Kansas City Royals and the San Diego Padres, without much success. Tomko has been in the majors for twelve seasons and has a lifetime 4.68 era. For more, see this story.
Heading into the 2009 season, the New York Yankees bullpen looks to be in great sharp. Mariano, Ramirez, and Burney look to be in top shape and should be outstanding. This three will be the core of the bullpen with many others also ready to perform. For more, see this story.
Adam Dunn is an outfielder with Cinncinati Reds who had 100 rbi and 40 homeruns last season. This story opinions that Dunn would be a good fit for the NY Yankees given his stats, young age (29) and lack of injuries. Other scenarios could come into play as well. Take a look.
The Yankees have invited 20 non-roster players to their 2009 spring trainign camp. Disappointments such as Kei Igawa and Shelly Duncan will be there as well as the others. For a full list and other comments, see this story.
The New York Yankees are about to announce the signing of Mark Teixeira. Teixeira will take over at first base as Jason Giambi was not resigned. For more, see this story.
The NY Yankees have signed pitcher CC Sabanthia to a 7 year deal worth some 161 million dollars. For more details, see this story.
Has Brett Gardner made a big enough impression to become the Yankees starting centerfielder next spring? Or will Johnny Damon earn that spot? How about Cabrera? See this story for some insight on the Yankees choices.
