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Andy Pettitte Return: New York Yankees Add Insurance with Former Ace

knows how Andy Pettitte will perform in his return to the New York Yankees.

But when the Yankees signed him to a $2.5 million minor league deal on Friday, they were undoubtedly adding insurance at the back of the rotation.

The Yankees' starters combined for a 4.03 ERA last season, which ranked fifth in the American League. A lot of that had to do with surprising performances from veterans Freddy Garcia and Bartolo Colon. The Yankees know they have to pitch better this season, particularly in the postseason, to come away with the championship.

That's why the Yankees traded top catching prospect Jesus Montero for Michael Pineda this offseason. And that's why they are giving Pettitte another chance.

The last time Pettitte pitched ...

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