Archive for October, 2012
A-Rod Likely to Remain with the New York Yankees in »
New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi declared Alex Rodriguez his starting third basemen for the 2013 season without any competition to worry about."I expect Alex to be our every-day third baseman," Girardi said during his end-of-the-year news conference. "What is he going to have to show me? That he is healthy and ready to go."That's the bottom [...]
What Effect Will Derek Jeter’s Injury Have on »
Sometimes, life can be truly awesome. But then you see Derek Jeter hit the deck in some serious pain in the 12th inning of a crucial playoff game, and life suddenly becomes the exact opposite of awesome.You can hate the New York Yankees all you want, but hating Jeter is like hating Morgan Freeman. You just can't do it no matter where your [...]
MLB Free Agency 2013: Should the New York Yankees »
As the 2012 World Series kicks off on Wednesday night, we come one step closer to the free agency period.While the world watches the Giants and Tigers play for the championship of the world, 28 other teams are planning out their off-season strategy.For the New York Yankees, they have quite a few things they need to take care of this winter.One of [...]
Yankees Rumors: Yanks Should Do Whatever It Takes to »
When the New York Yankees lost star closer Mariano Rivera to a serious knee injury in early May, there was concern that nobody would be able to fill his shoes. As it turned out, that should have been the least of the team's worries, as Rafael Soriano was terrific in the role. Now the Yankees have to worry about losing him. Joel Sherman of the New [...]
Robinson Cano and the 60 Worst Postseason Performances »
Robinson Cano of the New York Yankees experienced one of the worst postseasons ever, particularly for a player with his credentials. Cano is a four-time All-Star and a career .308 hitter through his first eight seasons in the major leagues. In 2012, Cano posted a triple-slash line of .313/.379/.550 with a career-high 33 home runs and 94 RBI. His [...]
MLB Free Agency 2013: New York Yankees Pursuing Kyle »
In the most recent winter offseasons, it seems like the New York Yankees are always targeting pitching.Heading into this upcoming offseason, Brian Cashman has a lot of question marks surrounding the starting rotation.CC Sabathia is having his elbow looked at, Hiroki Kuroda and Andy Pettitte are free agents, Michael Pineda is not expected back [...]
Should the New York Yankees Replace Russell Martin »
Russell Martin is set to become a free agent once the World Series is complete and the New York Yankees are going to need to find a way to replace him. A.J. Pierzynski could be an interesting fit for the Yankees as they look to try to get back to the World Series for the first time since 2009.It has already been suggested by John Harper of The New [...]
Previewing the Yankees Offseason; Who Will Remain in »
The 2012 season for the New York Yankees ended on a very sad note. They scored six total runs in a four game sweep at the hands of the Detroit Tigers. This marks the second year in a row that the Tigers have knocked the Yankees out of the playoffs. Knowing the Yankees reputation, there will be plenty of changes this offseason. [...]
Meet New York Yankees’ Potential Japanese High »
It seems as if every year there is a high-profiled international import that makes headlines in Major League Baseball, and it's no different this year.Shohei Otani, an 18-year old high school phenom from Japan, will be a hot commodity this offseason.Why? Well, he stands 6'4" and throws 100 mph. Oh yeah, and he's a starting pitcher.Otani realizes [...]
New York Yankees: 6 Moves the Yankees Must Make to Be »
The New York Yankees, as constructed, are going to get worse before they get better. The Bombers have a $28-million-per-year third basemen in Alex Rodriguez who hasn't hit above .276 in any of the past three seasons and a 38-year-old shortstop in Derek Jeter—along with several other home run hitters—who seem to fade in October. The one [...]