‘NY Yankees’ Archives
2013 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 10 Second Basemen »
Ten years ago, second base was a position where fantasy owners could find a handful of impact players, most notably Alfonso Soriano, Jeff Kent and Bret Boone. As hobbyists prepared for their 2003 fantasy drafts, they were able to choose from three fantasy studs who each hit 24-plus home runs and drove in 100-plus runs. But that was back in the day [...]
How Many Wins Will the Yankees’ Catcher Problems »
When Russell Martin signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates in November, the New York Yankees lost a player who was a big part of their team in 2011 and 2012. Replacing his production won't be easy, and his departure most definitely has the potential to impact the club's record in 2013.In a negative way, mind you. Not in a good [...]
New York Yankees: Bombers and Juan Rivera Agree to »
Two weeks ago, we discussed the possibility of bringing back Juan Rivera to the New York Yankees.The Yankees needed a right-handed bat to be their fourth outfielder and 57 percent of you thought getting Rivera was a good idea.On Monday, the Yankees brought back their former prospect on a one-year, minor league deal with an invite to spring [...]
Report: New York Yankees Sign Juan Rivera to Minor »
The search for right-handed hitting outfielders continued on Monday, as the New York Yankees signed Juan Rivera to a minor league contract, reports Andrew Marchand of ESPN New York.Matt Diaz and Russ Canzler were also brought aboard to compete for time as the fourth outfielder, but Rivera has the most major league success amongst the group.In 12 [...]
New York Yankee Ps, Cs Scouting Reports Heading into »
In a little more than two weeks, pitchers and catchers will report to the New York Yankees’ spring-training complex in Tampa, Fla., with the whole roster scheduled to report by Feb. 17. The Yankees head into 2013 with more questions than in past seasons, with spring battles expected for the fifth starter spot between David [...]
New York Yankees: Potential Clubhouse Conflicts for »
The New York Yankees have assembled a roster of unique personalities for the 2013 season in baseball’s biggest market. The media spotlight will shine on this Yankees squad as they look to compete in one of the toughest, most complete divisions baseball has seen in decades. Tensions and expectations will be high for the Yankees in 2013. New [...]
5 Free Agents Who Have Something to Offer Yankees, »
With the news that Alex Rodriguez’s injury could keep him out of the regular season, the New York Yankees are going to have to swallow their pride and pick up some extra free agents.Currently, the Yankees roster is so depleted that another critical injury could knock them out of postseason contention. While there are not many top free agents [...]
New York Yankees: 5 Bombers with the Most to Gain in »
The countdown is on for spring training.In just a few weeks, the New York Yankees will be reporting to Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida and prepare for the 2013 season.Last year, the Yankees were able to hold off the Baltimore Orioles to win the American League East, then eliminated the same Orioles in the American League Division Series in [...]
Projecting the New York Yankees’ Opening Day »
There are still several weeks before the Yankees break their Tampa, Fla., camp and head home to take on the Red Sox on April 1. There’s plenty of time left for the club to make that big offseason move that many have been sure is coming since the 2012 season ended in feeble fashion back in October. If the Bombers go forth with what they [...]
New York Yankees Playing for Big Contracts During the »
Most fans are well aware at this point of the New York Yankees' plan to cut payroll down to $189 million before the start of the 2014 season. Entering the 2013, the Yankees have at least 10 significant players on their roster that can or will be free agents after the season. Their budget plans will make it next to impossible to bring back [...]