<< <i><< As far as your points about Abreu and Damon, you didn't just mention batting average RBI to determine a batter's worth did you? Good god, you are a dinosaur.
Batting . >>
I love how he said that after saying how Arod was leading the team in HR and RBI's and Average.
My reply was based on his very use of those same stats.
<< <i>I've said it once, I'll say it again: without Arod, the yankees lose 100 games this year. >>
Listen to me Stevek - you're nuts.
There is no way that you take Arod from that team, and they automatically lose 100 games. That's a lot of games to lose, really bad teams like the Nationals, Pirates, and Mariners might not lose 100 games - you think an Arod-less Yankee team would?
What do they put in the drinking water in Philly, anyway?
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Yes, of course that's wrong - Axtell said this, not me. >>
Sorry SteveK - I didn't realize that. That's what I get for jumping into a thread late - next round is on me.
Axtell still comes around after being kicked off for the nth time? Talk about a type of Energizer bunny who causes hemroids.
Anyway, Yanks won today. Had they started the year like this, they would have been in better position. This is rediculous.
A healthy Gary Sheffield is better to have in the line up than A-Rod. Sheffield's contributions are spread out more. Too bad he is still getting the kinks out of his surgically repaired shoulder. He really was not fit to play this season--he needed extensive rehab. I think next year should be a breakthrough season for him since the scar tissue is getting cleared up by now. I liked it that he was on the Yankees for awhile. Excellent hitter!
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
<< <i>I've said it once, I'll say it again: without Arod, the yankees lose 100 games this year. >>
Listen to me Stevek - you're nuts.
There is no way that you take Arod from that team, and they automatically lose 100 games. That's a lot of games to lose, really bad teams like the Nationals, Pirates, and Mariners might not lose 100 games - you think an Arod-less Yankee team would?
What do they put in the drinking water in Philly, anyway?
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<<< There is no way that you take Arod from that team, and they automatically lose 100 games >>>
Yes, of course that's wrong - Axtell said this, not me. >>
Sorry SteveK - I didn't realize that. That's what I get for jumping into a thread late - next round is on me.
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First time I ever saw someone banned here and their posts get deleted. Normally they get banned but the posts still stay up. Actually that's a good idea to give any trolls disincentive to post knowing their crap will be totally erased.
Here's what's on the block, the chopping block that is. I think the Yankees will offer Mouse another 2 years next season, its more about the numbers with Mouse, and when Mouse hits that 280 mark he will seek out a trade with a winning team otherwise, I think Mouse is comfortable right now staying with the Yankees.
I see Andy Pettitte being traded next year, Andy beats up on himself too much he has more bad games then good games.
The talk is Bobby Abreu will be traded due to some of his numbers have been dropping off a bit, and that he will not fit into the new plan next season.
Jason Giambi; its time the Yankees separate there ties with Giambi its been long over due, he will be traded possible for Mark Teixeira as the talk goes.
You also might see, and I say might see Joba Chamberlain to be traded next year. Why, another year in the bull pen, and not as a starter we now can see Joba is not the pitcher he was suppose to have develop into. So why, wait sell him off now before the Yankees are stuck with a bad penny down the road. I could be wrong but I don't think so.
Hideki Matsui he'll be around but I don't think you'll see him in the out field, and this first base roll next year is just talk. The Yankees already have 7 first basemen, and they don't need another one. I do see Hideki may be being moved into center field as a shift move fill in only. most likely the Yankees will keep Matsui in left field as a shared roll for a portion of early next season.
Nady, wow he was a good lift but now, they (teams) will figure him out. Nady is a strikeout player, sure a few long balls in the clutch but that will end too. No, I believe Nady will be traded down the road next season.
<< <i>Axtell still comes around after being kicked off for the nth time? Talk about a type of Energizer bunny who causes hemroids.
Anyway, Yanks won today. Had they started the year like this, they would have been in better position. This is rediculous.
A healthy Gary Sheffield is better to have in the line up than A-Rod. Sheffield's contributions are spread out more. Too bad he is still getting the kinks out of his surgically repaired shoulder. He really was not fit to play this season--he needed extensive rehab. I think next year should be a breakthrough season for him since the scar tissue is getting cleared up by now. I liked it that he was on the Yankees for awhile. Excellent hitter! >>
If you really want to play "what ifs", imagine if we had signed Vlad instead of Sheff. While I am not knocking Sheff, who performed very well for the Yanks except the year he was injured, there is no denying Vlad has been the better player (won the '04 MVP w/ Angels). Brian Cashman wanted to sign Vlad, but King George still ruled back then and as usual he wanted the big name. I think the younger Stienbrenners realize how important Cashman is and I'm happy to read they want to renew his contract.
Speaking of renewing contracts, I was also happy (and a little surprised) to see the Stienbrenners wanted Joe Girardi back next year. This is a good move. Joe can't be blamed for the injuries to Wang, Matsui, Hughes, Posada, Joba, Pavano, Bruney & everyone else, and of course cannot be blamed for A-Rod's child like numbers in the clutch. Let's give Joe one more year, and we'll see what happens.
I'm looking forward to next year (face it, this year is over). With at least $88 million coming off the books, we'll be able to afford to patch up some holes (FIRST BASE!!) and acquire new talent. Giambi needs to go, as does Pavno. I'd probably let Bobby Aberu walk too, he shies away from the wall in right too much. Gotta be somebody out there who can do better. Maybe bring back Moose, he had a great year but is old, maybe a one year deal w club option? Maybe bring back Matsui, love that guy's heart but he's getting older and is hurt. Also, let's hope for better years from Cano, Jeter & Cabera...and A-rod.
By the way, if you are a Yankees fan, and you are criticizing Alex Rodriguez, you are a tool! He is, and has been, the best player in baseball since he came in the league. I wouldn't want to produce for a fan base that booed me every time I DIDN'T hit a home run. The Yankee fans are by far, the worse in sports.
<< <i>I see Andy Pettitte being traded next year, Andy beats up on himself too much he has more bad games then good games.
Jason Giambi; its time the Yankees separate there ties with Giambi its been long over due, he will be traded possible for Mark Teixeira as the talk goes.
You also might see, and I say might see Joba Chamberlain to be traded next year. Why, another year in the bull pen, and not as a starter we now can see Joba is not the pitcher he was suppose to have develop into. So why, wait sell him off now before the Yankees are stuck with a bad penny down the road. I could be wrong but I don't think so.
Nady, wow he was a good lift but now, they (teams) will figure him out. Nady is a strikeout player, sure a few long balls in the clutch but that will end too. No, I believe Nady will be traded down the road next season. >>
Wow, Big Kahuna. I have to say that I disagree with almost everything you said.
First of all, there's zero chance that Giambi will get traded for Teixeira. Both of them are free agents after this season so neither will be traded at this point unless the Yankees want to put Giambi on waivers . . . and in that case, there is no way the Angels would trade Teixeira for him at this point.
Pettitte is also signed only through this season so a trade is implausible at this point. If the Yankees want to sign and trade him, that's one thing, but I think they need to hold onto him for now because regardless of the young pitchers in the system, the Yankees need depth at starting pitching -- everyone does.
I have no idea what you're talking about with regard to Joba. When he did pitch, he was outstanding this year. If the Yankees got rid of him at this point it would be the last move of Cashman's career as a GM.
The American League might eventually adjust to Nady and he might not be as good as he's been so far for the Yankees, but it's not as if there isn't footage of him available already that AL pitchers could study. He's had significant playing time in the league since 2003.
I see there are sentiments here to keep Mussina on the Yankees. I sure would like to see him back to finish his 300 wins with NY.
Joba is here to stay. He is too valueable to give up. He does well in the bull pen. Maybe he can be a starter down the road, but let's take things one step at a time.
MARISMANTLEFORDBERRA, thanks for addressing my post. Yes, Vlad would have also enhanced the line up. I guess I was partial to Sheffield because I followed his career all this time. Either player would have been good to stay with the Yankees.
Andy Pettite will not play for another team besides the Yankees. He may retire after this season to spend more time with his family. This is why he took a long time to sign the one year deal--he wanted to see how he felt. He has some good stuff available and would be a great addition to the staff next year too, along with Mussina--the rest could be the young pitchers after their injuries have healed.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
<< <i>By the way, if you are a Yankees fan, and you are criticizing Alex Rodriguez, you are a tool! He is, and has been, the best player in baseball since he came in the league. I wouldn't want to produce for a fan base that booed me every time I DIDN'T hit a home run. The Yankee fans are by far, the worse in sports. >>
Look, I'm gonna explain this one last time - when there are guys on base, and it's late in the game - BRING 'EM IN!!! At least every once in a while! The knock on A-Rod has always been he can't come through when it matters most. Need a solo shot when you're up 11-3? A-Rod is your man! Need a double play to kill a late game rally? A-Rod is your man! Tight game & need to put the ball in play to advance a runner? A-Rod is definitely NOT your man.
Believe me, I (and most Yankee fans) want to like this guy SO MUCH! But it is so hard year in and year out...especially because we know he has the talent. Last year was a glorious exception. He carried the team last year and deserved the MVP. 156 RBIs & 54 HRs - and best of all SEVERAL clutch performances. I thought he had turned a mental corner. But for whatever reason he reverted back to his old ways this year.
Ya see, for us Yankee fans (the worst in baseball as you say) it's not about being the best player in baseball, it's about being the best team in baseball. Hopefully next year we'll be that team.
<< <i> The American League might eventually adjust to Nady and he might not be as good as he's been so far for the Yankees, but it's not as if there isn't footage of him available already that AL pitchers could study. He's had significant playing time in the league since 2003. >>
Does this mean that eventually th AL will adjust to Jason Bay? Sorry, somebody had to ask this and it might as well be me. You know, Bay, the guy who makes all Sox fans scream "Manny Who?"
Go for the win Andy!!!! Yankees, finish the season strong!!
I hope to see both Moose and Andy in the rotation next year. Moose could get 20 wins this season. Andy can get 15. Those would be good numbers.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
Talk about a melt down. Mussina was not as sharp, unfortunately. What a crazy season this is.
Crush Tampa Bay today!! May Toronto crush Boston.
That AL East is such a tough group. All teams except the Orioles will finish above .500.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
I PROUDLY will be at Yankee Stadium this Wednesday to see the Yanks take on the White Sox with my brother to say goodbye to the Big Ballyard in the Bronx
I have had many good memories since I first stepped into the place in 1976.
I am a west coast Yankee fan, and I guess it is likely I will never see the House that Ruth built. I tried to get to NY this year, but it just never worked out. A trip to NY for me would entail so many expenses, with hotel and meals being just the beginning. It is too much out of the way and I had no professional conferences or meetings in that direction for me to make a small detour.
Softparade, when you get to The Stadium, also think of us Yankee fans on the west coast. We are all there in spirit.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
<< <i>I am a west coast Yankee fan, and I guess it is likely I will never see the House that Ruth built. I tried to get to NY this year, but it just never worked out. A trip to NY for me would entail so many expenses, with hotel and meals being just the beginning. It is too much out of the way and I had no professional conferences or meetings in that direction for me to make a small detour.
Softparade, when you get to The Stadium, also think of us Yankee fans on the west coast. We are all there in spirit. >>
I am a west coast guy also, but in NY right now for some games. Seen the last 3 and tonights will be my last.
Good job Mike Mussina! Very good pitching and the 18th win. Two more scheduled starts. Take it one game at a time.
The Yanks are not out yet. They should not be eliminated at home and for goodness sakes pass the Twins to at least get second in the Wild Card hunt. Heck, let the Red Sox sink the rest of the way. We can dream, can't we?
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
I think Moose has to win his scheduled starts. I do not see how they can sqeeze him in any other way without compromising a particular game in some way. If he gets #19 by the next scheduled start, he won't be pitching any earlier than his last scheduled start of the season. If he loses during the last scheduled start, then I am not sure if they even have any more games afterward to squeeze him in again for a relief appearance (even that won't guarantee a win because the game could be a stalemate for several innings).
Yes, 20 is a nice round number, looks good on your resume. But whether he gets 20 wins or not, he will finish with at least 18 (what is so bad about that considering he was the staff ace this season for the Yankees). We can get so obsessed about round numbers that we can lose sight of the big picture. Wins do not truely indicate how good a pitcher really is or how valuable his performance can be for a team. Sure, good pitchers get more wins-- but one cannot say a 20 game winner is better than a 18 game winner. That is really overlooking a lot of factors if one concludes this way. The ERA+ is a very good stat to compare pitchers with and a lot more telling than number of wins. I wonder where Mussina ranks in ERA+ this season.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
I hear you Winpitcher. My commentary was not directed at you in any sort of critical way.... just sharing some thoughts with anyone that will listen.
20 wins would be nice because Mussina never had it before.... I agree. That is good enough reason to keep cheering him on.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
Boston has to lose 7 games in a row in order for the Yankees to have a chance at clinching the wild card. This is much more unlikely than winning a world series when you are down 0-3.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
The Yankees may yet finish with a better record than some of the teams going in the post season. Let us wait and see.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
Mussina got 19 wins!! One last start in Boston. Its either do or die. No more chances this season.
Let us now hope the Yankees will have a better record than the White Sox. GO YANKS!!
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
Another young Yankee pitcher getting a win. A lot of the young pitchers that were on the DL are back and now some new ones are coming out of the wood works. Next season looks good. This season would have been good, its just that too many injuries to the young pitchers occured and the Yanks were left with bringing in even more rookies who just were not prepared to be on a team that wants to make the playoffs.
I hope the owners do not dismantle the Yankees. Let the young talent stay and put them on the field as the contracts of the veterans expire.
I was really surprised that Jason Giambi did well this season, but the Yankees do not need to sign him an extension. If he were a Yankee in the beginning, that would be different. The Yanks have no shortage of DH, so let some of the young guys have their playing time.
I hope Mussina and Pettite come back next season. Wang and the rest of the youngsters should be ready to fill in the last spots on the staff and even have a few on reserve.
"So many of our DREAMS at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we SUMMON THE WILL they soon become INEVITABLE "- Christopher Reeve
They need to trade head case Ian Kennedy. He will never make it as a Yankee and maybe not in the bigs. He could be one of those AAA stars but a big ZERO with the big boys.
I would like to say farewell to Pavano, Giambi, Damon(other than is OF play he has been good at the plate), Melky, Ivan Rodriguez, and Ian Kennedy. Dont be surprised if we also say farewell to Moose, Pettitte, Cano, Nady, and Abreu.
Im thinking big changes for the Yankees in 2009.
So Al Leiter was talking about CC Sabathia during the game tonight if anyone caught it. Brewers are taking everything they can out of him while they got him. I guess he was put on the mound after 3 days rest. Leiter was saying that he has been throwing more off speed pitches and the scouts are even saying that his velocity is down. Tired arm? Overused arm? Damaged arm? Makes me scared that Yankees will go after him.
Im hoping Yankees take a shot at Ben Sheets and Mark Teixeira. I just dont see the Yankees going after Manny Ramirez but stranger things have happened. There wont be a whole lot out there for 1B.
Rays will probably pick up Carl Crawfords 8 million dollar option..they would be nuts not to so I doubt he will become available.
You may see the Yankees go after AJ Burnett. They were interested in him before he signed with the Blue Jays and then was interested in him earlier this year. You know he is going to opt out of his contract and will probably get 11-12 million.
I'll be on the edge of my seat during the off season to see what moves are made.
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<< <i><< As far as your points about Abreu and Damon, you didn't just mention batting average RBI to determine a batter's worth did you? Good god, you are a dinosaur.
Batting . >>
I love how he said that after saying how Arod was leading the team in HR and RBI's and Average.
My reply was based on his very use of those same stats.
What a hypocrit.
Steve
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<< <i>I've said it once, I'll say it again: without Arod, the yankees lose 100 games this year. >>
Listen to me Stevek - you're nuts.
There is no way that you take Arod from that team, and they automatically lose 100 games. That's a lot of games to lose, really bad teams like the Nationals, Pirates, and Mariners might not lose 100 games - you think an Arod-less Yankee team would?
What do they put in the drinking water in Philly, anyway?
<<< There is no way that you take Arod from that team, and they automatically lose 100 games >>>
Yes, of course that's wrong - Axtell said this, not me. >>
Sorry SteveK - I didn't realize that. That's what I get for jumping into a thread late - next round is on me.
Anyway, Yanks won today. Had they started the year like this, they would have been in better position. This is rediculous.
A healthy Gary Sheffield is better to have in the line up than A-Rod. Sheffield's contributions are spread out more. Too bad he is still getting the kinks out of his surgically repaired shoulder. He really was not fit to play this season--he needed extensive rehab. I think next year should be a breakthrough season for him since the scar tissue is getting cleared up by now. I liked it that he was on the Yankees for awhile. Excellent hitter!
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<< <i>I've said it once, I'll say it again: without Arod, the yankees lose 100 games this year. >>
Listen to me Stevek - you're nuts.
There is no way that you take Arod from that team, and they automatically lose 100 games. That's a lot of games to lose, really bad teams like the Nationals, Pirates, and Mariners might not lose 100 games - you think an Arod-less Yankee team would?
What do they put in the drinking water in Philly, anyway?
<<< There is no way that you take Arod from that team, and they automatically lose 100 games >>>
Yes, of course that's wrong - Axtell said this, not me. >>
Sorry SteveK - I didn't realize that. That's what I get for jumping into a thread late - next round is on me.
First time I ever saw someone banned here and their posts get deleted. Normally they get banned but the posts still stay up. Actually that's a good idea to give any trolls disincentive to post knowing their crap will be totally erased.
I see Andy Pettitte being traded next year, Andy beats up on himself too much he has more bad games then good games.
The talk is Bobby Abreu will be traded due to some of his numbers have been dropping off a bit, and that he will not fit into the new plan next season.
Jason Giambi; its time the Yankees separate there ties with Giambi its been long over due, he will be traded possible for Mark Teixeira as the talk goes.
You also might see, and I say might see Joba Chamberlain to be traded next year. Why, another year in the bull pen, and not as a starter we now can see Joba is not the pitcher he was suppose to have develop into. So why, wait sell him off now before the Yankees are stuck with a bad penny down the road. I could be wrong but I don't think so.
Hideki Matsui he'll be around but I don't think you'll see him in the out field, and this first base roll next year is just talk. The Yankees already have 7 first basemen, and they don't need another one. I do see Hideki may be being moved into center field as a shift move fill in only. most likely the Yankees will keep Matsui in left field as a shared roll for a portion of early next season.
Nady, wow he was a good lift but now, they (teams) will figure him out. Nady is a strikeout player, sure a few long balls in the clutch but that will end too. No, I believe Nady will be traded down the road next season.
This is enough to chew on, I could be wrong !
<< <i>Axtell still comes around after being kicked off for the nth time? Talk about a type of Energizer bunny who causes hemroids.
Anyway, Yanks won today. Had they started the year like this, they would have been in better position. This is rediculous.
A healthy Gary Sheffield is better to have in the line up than A-Rod. Sheffield's contributions are spread out more. Too bad he is still getting the kinks out of his surgically repaired shoulder. He really was not fit to play this season--he needed extensive rehab. I think next year should be a breakthrough season for him since the scar tissue is getting cleared up by now. I liked it that he was on the Yankees for awhile. Excellent hitter! >>
If you really want to play "what ifs", imagine if we had signed Vlad instead of Sheff. While I am not knocking Sheff, who performed very well for the Yanks except the year he was injured, there is no denying Vlad has been the better player (won the '04 MVP w/ Angels). Brian Cashman wanted to sign Vlad, but King George still ruled back then and as usual he wanted the big name. I think the younger Stienbrenners realize how important Cashman is and I'm happy to read they want to renew his contract.
Speaking of renewing contracts, I was also happy (and a little surprised) to see the Stienbrenners wanted Joe Girardi back next year. This is a good move. Joe can't be blamed for the injuries to Wang, Matsui, Hughes, Posada, Joba, Pavano, Bruney & everyone else, and of course cannot be blamed for A-Rod's child like numbers in the clutch. Let's give Joe one more year, and we'll see what happens.
I'm looking forward to next year (face it, this year is over). With at least $88 million coming off the books, we'll be able to afford to patch up some holes (FIRST BASE!!) and acquire new talent. Giambi needs to go, as does Pavno. I'd probably let Bobby Aberu walk too, he shies away from the wall in right too much. Gotta be somebody out there who can do better. Maybe bring back Moose, he had a great year but is old, maybe a one year deal w club option? Maybe bring back Matsui, love that guy's heart but he's getting older and is hurt. Also, let's hope for better years from Cano, Jeter & Cabera...and A-rod.
<< <i>I see Andy Pettitte being traded next year, Andy beats up on himself too much he has more bad games then good games.
Jason Giambi; its time the Yankees separate there ties with Giambi its been long over due, he will be traded possible for Mark Teixeira as the talk goes.
You also might see, and I say might see Joba Chamberlain to be traded next year. Why, another year in the bull pen, and not as a starter we now can see Joba is not the pitcher he was suppose to have develop into. So why, wait sell him off now before the Yankees are stuck with a bad penny down the road. I could be wrong but I don't think so.
Nady, wow he was a good lift but now, they (teams) will figure him out. Nady is a strikeout player, sure a few long balls in the clutch but that will end too. No, I believe Nady will be traded down the road next season. >>
Wow, Big Kahuna. I have to say that I disagree with almost everything you said.
First of all, there's zero chance that Giambi will get traded for Teixeira. Both of them are free agents after this season so neither will be traded at this point unless the Yankees want to put Giambi on waivers . . . and in that case, there is no way the Angels would trade Teixeira for him at this point.
Pettitte is also signed only through this season so a trade is implausible at this point. If the Yankees want to sign and trade him, that's one thing, but I think they need to hold onto him for now because regardless of the young pitchers in the system, the Yankees need depth at starting pitching -- everyone does.
I have no idea what you're talking about with regard to Joba. When he did pitch, he was outstanding this year. If the Yankees got rid of him at this point it would be the last move of Cashman's career as a GM.
The American League might eventually adjust to Nady and he might not be as good as he's been so far for the Yankees, but it's not as if there isn't footage of him available already that AL pitchers could study. He's had significant playing time in the league since 2003.
Trade Joba?
And even if it was possible (it's not), the Angels trading Texiera for Giambi?
Joba is here to stay. He is too valueable to give up. He does well in the bull pen. Maybe he can be a starter down the road, but let's take things one step at a time.
MARISMANTLEFORDBERRA, thanks for addressing my post. Yes, Vlad would have also enhanced the line up. I guess I was partial to Sheffield because I followed his career all this time. Either player would have been good to stay with the Yankees.
Andy Pettite will not play for another team besides the Yankees. He may retire after this season to spend more time with his family. This is why he took a long time to sign the one year deal--he wanted to see how he felt. He has some good stuff available and would be a great addition to the staff next year too, along with Mussina--the rest could be the young pitchers after their injuries have healed.
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lol I don't think so and who the hell is 'mouse'? Do you mean 'Moose'?
Steve
<< <i>By the way, if you are a Yankees fan, and you are criticizing Alex Rodriguez, you are a tool! He is, and has been, the best player in baseball since he came in the league. I wouldn't want to produce for a fan base that booed me every time I DIDN'T hit a home run. The Yankee fans are by far, the worse in sports. >>
Look, I'm gonna explain this one last time - when there are guys on base, and it's late in the game - BRING 'EM IN!!! At least every once in a while! The knock on A-Rod has always been he can't come through when it matters most. Need a solo shot when you're up 11-3? A-Rod is your man! Need a double play to kill a late game rally? A-Rod is your man! Tight game & need to put the ball in play to advance a runner? A-Rod is definitely NOT your man.
Believe me, I (and most Yankee fans) want to like this guy SO MUCH! But it is so hard year in and year out...especially because we know he has the talent. Last year was a glorious exception. He carried the team last year and deserved the MVP. 156 RBIs & 54 HRs - and best of all SEVERAL clutch performances. I thought he had turned a mental corner. But for whatever reason he reverted back to his old ways this year.
Ya see, for us Yankee fans (the worst in baseball as you say) it's not about being the best player in baseball, it's about being the best team in baseball. Hopefully next year we'll be that team.
Steve
lol the only thing you said that was correct.
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The American League might eventually adjust to Nady and he might not be as good as he's been so far for the Yankees, but it's not as if there isn't footage of him available already that AL pitchers could study. He's had significant playing time in the league since 2003. >>
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I hope to see both Moose and Andy in the rotation next year. Moose could get 20 wins this season. Andy can get 15. Those would be good numbers.
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Steve
edited to add:
Crush Tampa Bay today!! May Toronto crush Boston.
That AL East is such a tough group. All teams except the Orioles will finish above .500.
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Steve
I PROUDLY will be at Yankee Stadium this Wednesday to see the Yanks take on the White Sox with my brother to say goodbye to the Big Ballyard in the Bronx
I have had many good memories since I first stepped into the place in 1976.
ISO 1978 Topps Baseball in NM-MT High Grade Raw 3, 100, 103, 302, 347, 376, 416, 466, 481, 487, 509, 534, 540, 554, 579, 580, 622, 642, 673, 724__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ISO 1978 O-Pee-Chee in NM-MT High Grade Raw12, 21, 29, 38, 49, 65, 69, 73, 74, 81, 95, 100, 104, 110, 115, 122, 132, 133, 135, 140, 142, 151, 153, 155, 160, 161, 167, 168, 172, 179, 181, 196, 200, 204, 210, 224, 231, 240
Softparade, when you get to The Stadium, also think of us Yankee fans on the west coast. We are all there in spirit.
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Softparade, when you get to The Stadium, also think of us Yankee fans on the west coast. We are all there in spirit. >>
Not only will I THINK of all of you displaced Bomber fans but I will post pics too
ISO 1978 Topps Baseball in NM-MT High Grade Raw 3, 100, 103, 302, 347, 376, 416, 466, 481, 487, 509, 534, 540, 554, 579, 580, 622, 642, 673, 724__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ISO 1978 O-Pee-Chee in NM-MT High Grade Raw12, 21, 29, 38, 49, 65, 69, 73, 74, 81, 95, 100, 104, 110, 115, 122, 132, 133, 135, 140, 142, 151, 153, 155, 160, 161, 167, 168, 172, 179, 181, 196, 200, 204, 210, 224, 231, 240
D's: 54S,53P,50P,49S,45D+S,44S,43D,41S,40D+S,39D+S,38D+S,37D+S,36S,35D+S,all 16-34's
Q's: 52S,47S,46S,40S,39S,38S,37D+S,36D+S,35D,34D,32D+S
74T: 37,38,47,151,193,241,435,570,610,654,655 97 Finest silver: 115,135,139,145,310
73T:31,55,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,80,152,165,189,213,235,237,257,341,344,377,379,390,422,433,453,480,497,545,554,563,580,606,613,630
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<< <i>Well, they're not mathematically out of it. 9 games back in both division and wild card races with 12 games left. But they're close. >>
Well Im going out on a limb and saying they are out of it. Good riddance and good buy
Oh and BTW, Dan- I will take a case of whatever you guys in New York drink ( Except for Yankee Kool-Aid Ofcourse )
<< <i>I am a west coast Yankee fan, and I guess it is likely I will never see the House that Ruth built. I tried to get to NY this year, but it just never worked out. A trip to NY for me would entail so many expenses, with hotel and meals being just the beginning. It is too much out of the way and I had no professional conferences or meetings in that direction for me to make a small detour.
Softparade, when you get to The Stadium, also think of us Yankee fans on the west coast. We are all there in spirit. >>
I am a west coast guy also, but in NY right now for some games. Seen the last 3 and tonights will be my last.
The Yanks are not out yet. They should not be eliminated at home and for goodness sakes pass the Twins to at least get second in the Wild Card hunt. Heck, let the Red Sox sink the rest of the way. We can dream, can't we?
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Steve
Yes, 20 is a nice round number, looks good on your resume. But whether he gets 20 wins or not, he will finish with at least 18 (what is so bad about that considering he was the staff ace this season for the Yankees). We can get so obsessed about round numbers that we can lose sight of the big picture. Wins do not truely indicate how good a pitcher really is or how valuable his performance can be for a team. Sure, good pitchers get more wins-- but one cannot say a 20 game winner is better than a 18 game winner. That is really overlooking a lot of factors if one concludes this way. The ERA+ is a very good stat to compare pitchers with and a lot more telling than number of wins. I wonder where Mussina ranks in ERA+ this season.
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Steve
20 wins would be nice because Mussina never had it before.... I agree. That is good enough reason to keep cheering him on.
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Boston has to lose 7 games in a row in order for the Yankees to have a chance at clinching the wild card. This is much more unlikely than winning a world series when you are down 0-3.
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They may very well have the 4th best record in the AL.
Steve
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Steve
Let us now hope the Yankees will have a better record than the White Sox. GO YANKS!!
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I hope the owners do not dismantle the Yankees. Let the young talent stay and put them on the field as the contracts of the veterans expire.
I was really surprised that Jason Giambi did well this season, but the Yankees do not need to sign him an extension. If he were a Yankee in the beginning, that would be different. The Yanks have no shortage of DH, so let some of the young guys have their playing time.
I hope Mussina and Pettite come back next season. Wang and the rest of the youngsters should be ready to fill in the last spots on the staff and even have a few on reserve.
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I would like to say farewell to Pavano, Giambi, Damon(other than is OF play he has been good at the plate), Melky, Ivan Rodriguez, and Ian Kennedy. Dont be surprised if we also say farewell to Moose, Pettitte, Cano, Nady, and Abreu.
Im thinking big changes for the Yankees in 2009.
So Al Leiter was talking about CC Sabathia during the game tonight if anyone caught it. Brewers are taking everything they can out of him while they got him. I guess he was put on the mound after 3 days rest. Leiter was saying that he has been throwing more off speed pitches and the scouts are even saying that his velocity is down. Tired arm? Overused arm? Damaged arm? Makes me scared that Yankees will go after him.
Im hoping Yankees take a shot at Ben Sheets and Mark Teixeira. I just dont see the Yankees going after Manny Ramirez but stranger things have happened. There wont be a whole lot out there for 1B.
Rays will probably pick up Carl Crawfords 8 million dollar option..they would be nuts not to so I doubt he will become available.
You may see the Yankees go after AJ Burnett. They were interested in him before he signed with the Blue Jays and then was interested in him earlier this year. You know he is going to opt out of his contract and will probably get 11-12 million.
I'll be on the edge of my seat during the off season to see what moves are made.