‘NY Yankees’ Archives
New York Yankees: Would Adding Travis Hafner Be a Wise »
On Wednesday, we found out the Yankees are interested in Travis Hafner.The 35-year-old has spent the last 10 seasons with the Cleveland Indians, although the last two have been riddled with injuries.Rob Bradford of WEEI.com broke the news first that the Yankees were getting close to a deal for the longtime Indian: Hearing #Yankees might be close [...]
Alex Rodriguez: A Profile of the Misunderstood and »
Alex Rodriguez has me hooked.He is a dominant home run hitter, with 647 career home runs on his resume (5th All Time, trailing Willie Mays by only 13 HR). He is a three-time MVP (tied for 2nd All-Time behind Barry Bonds). Two franchises proffered him $250-plus million contracts to wear their uniforms (New York Yankees). He is a [...]
What Voiding Alex Rodriguez’s Contract Would »
The Miami New Times report linking Alex Rodriguez to PED use between 2009 and 2012 may be the New York Yankees' excuse to rid themselves of the biggest albatross contract in sports.If they actually managed to do so, they'd then say hello to a much brighter future than the one they're looking at now.Wallace Matthews and Andrew Marchand of [...]
MLB Free Agency 2013: Yankees, Travis Hafner Could Be »
The Yankees could potentially have found their designated hitter for 2013.Rob Bradford of WEEI.com as reported that the Yankees and former Indians slugger, Travis Hafner, could be closing in on a deal. Hearing #Yankees might be close to deal with Travis Hafner — Rob Bradford (@bradfo) January 30, 2013 The 35-year-old has [...]
Report: New York Yankees May Be on the Verge of Deal »
The designated hitter spot in the lineup is still uninhabited for the New York Yankees, but general manager Brian Cashman may be on the verge of solving that problem.Robert Bradford of WEEI.com reports that the Yankees may be nearing a deal with free agent Travis Hafner (h/t Aaron Gleeman of NBC Sports).The 11-year veteran has spent all but his [...]
Yankees: 4 Under-the-Radar Yankees Pitchers to Watch »
Amongst all the recent rumors surrounding New York Yankee third baseman Alex Rodriguez, fans must keep something in mind: There are only 13 days until spring training begins. And with the beginning of the new season, the Yankees have a new set of pitchers flying under the radar to keep an eye on. Each year brings a new season with new players and [...]
Could Francisco Cervelli Ignite Aging N.Y. Yankees in »
Colorful New York Yankees catcher Francisco Cervelli is a man of steadfast grit, inspiring hustle and high-octane passion. A fan favorite in the Bronx, this Venezuelan/Italian native boasts a pesky bat and a solid knack for handling pitching staffs. Yet, for all of Cervelli’s upside, the 26-year-old backstop’s pro career has been a [...]
PED Report: Yankees Must Do Everything Possible to »
Another day, another instance of controversial news regarding New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez.In the most recent installment of Rodriguez's futility of the past few seasons, Tim Efrink of The Miami NewTimes mentions Rodriguez as a recipient of performance-enhancing drugs from doctor Anthony Bosch in Miami.This wasn't a one-time [...]
Handicapping the Yankees’ Logjam of Right-Handed »
The New York Yankees were linked to some big-time players in their search for a powerful righty hitter to add to their outfield depth chart. Justin Upton and Mike Morse come to mind, to name a couple.Instead, it looks like the Yankees are ready and willing to go into spring training with a motley crew of righty sticks for their outfield and then [...]
New York Yankees Reportedly Exploring Ways to Void »
With new allegations arising that Alex Rodriguez has been using performance-enhancing drugs (via Miami New Times), the New York Yankees are reportedly attempting to void the veteran slugger's remaining contract. The news comes from ESPN's Wallace Matthews and Andrew Marchand:According to an industry source, the Yankees "are looking [...]