Posted by: Patrick
From Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
As it really shouldn't. The Yankees have no reason to trade Cano and even if they did, now isn't exactly a great time to do so, given last year's performance.
Via Nat Boyle.
The asking price the New York Yankees set for second baseman Robinson Cano when the Cardinals called about a deal: Adam Wainwright. The conversation did not last long.
As it really shouldn't. The Yankees have no reason to trade Cano and even if they did, now isn't exactly a great time to do so, given last year's performance.
Via Nat Boyle.
Posted by: Patrick
Pete Caldera reports:
Is there any room for Andy Pettitte to re-up with the Yankees? Apparently. But a person with knowledge of the situation said that it's up to Pettitte to initiate the discussion. If so, there might be a willingness on the Yankees part to take the offer from $10.5 million to $12 million.
01/17: Todd Drew
Posted by: Patrick
Being on the road, I was slow to read that Bronx Banter's Todd Drew had passed away. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Mr. Drew, but I can tell from reading the words of others that he was a special person. Mr. Drew's family, friends and everyone who was close to him are in our thoughts and prayers.
For more on the man, read his final blog posts and read tributes by Alex, Peter Abraham, Curt Schilling, Andrew, Tyler Kepner and Ben.
If you are so inclined, Alex has posted details of the memorial service.
For more on the man, read his final blog posts and read tributes by Alex, Peter Abraham, Curt Schilling, Andrew, Tyler Kepner and Ben.
If you are so inclined, Alex has posted details of the memorial service.
Posted by: Patrick
Marc Topkin of the St. Petersburg Times reports that Don Zimmer is recovering from a "small" stroke that he sustained last month. The good news is that Zimmer is improving and hopes to be at Spring Training. Zimmer turned 78 today. He'll be in our thoughts. Get better, Zim.
Via Ben.
Via Ben.
Posted by: Patrick
On January 14, Peter Abraham passed along this press release, where the Yankees announced that they had invited 20 players to Spring Training. You'll note that Shelley Duncan is included, which probably means that he has cleared waivers and is back with the Yanks in the Minors.
Posted by: Patrick
The agent for free agent starter Freddy Garcia told 1050 AM ESPN Radio that his client is choosing between the Yankees, Mets, White Sox and Rangers. However, Ken Rosenthal says that the Yankees "don't appear very serious" about the pitcher.
Via Peter Abraham and Ben.
Via Peter Abraham and Ben.
Posted by: Patrick
Bryan Hoch reports:
Jorge Posada's hopes of playing for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic may be dashed by the Yankees, who would prefer to have the catcher physically prepared for Opening Day. ...
"I am sure he would love to play [in the World Baseball Classic], but he is currently rehabbing from surgery and would not be ready," Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said. ...
Yankees media relations director Jason Zillo also confirmed that Posada will not play in the tournament. ...
"I am sure he would love to play [in the World Baseball Classic], but he is currently rehabbing from surgery and would not be ready," Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said. ...
Yankees media relations director Jason Zillo also confirmed that Posada will not play in the tournament. ...
Posted by: Patrick
From Bryan Hoch:
The Yankees' Brian Bruney, Melky Cabrera and Xavier Nady joined a group of 111 Major League players who filed for salary arbitration on Thursday. ...
Salary arbitration figures are scheduled to be exchanged on Jan. 20, with hearings taking place from Feb. 1 through Feb. 21.
Salary arbitration figures are scheduled to be exchanged on Jan. 20, with hearings taking place from Feb. 1 through Feb. 21.
Posted by: Seamus
Sony has released a new video on the MTV website of it's upcoming game, "MLB '09: The Show," featuring footage of the new Yankee Stadium in action. This is, as far as I know, the first footage of what an actual game being played at the stadium might look like. I think I'm at the point now with technology that I'm no longer going to interest myself in how any of this is done and just pretend it's all magic. The game is due to be released on March 3.
Being the video game geek that I am, I'm getting giddy like a schoolgirl waiting for this to come out.
Via Peter Abraham.
Being the video game geek that I am, I'm getting giddy like a schoolgirl waiting for this to come out.
Via Peter Abraham.
Posted by: Seamus
Former Yankee Rickey Henderson was elected into the Hall of Fame today, receiving 94.8% of the votes to lead all eligible candidates. Henderson played for the Yankees from 1985-89 and is still their all-time stolen base leader with 326.
Former Yank Tommy John (1979-82) fell a bit shy of the 75% needed in his final year of eligibility. David Cone received 21 out of a possible 539 (3.9%) votes in his first year of eligibility, falling short of the 5% needed to remain on future ballots. Don Mattingly received 11.9% of possible votes. Other former Yankees who fell short include Lee Smith, Tim Raines and Jesse Orosco, who some may forget pitched 15 games for the Yanks in 2003.
Former Yank Tommy John (1979-82) fell a bit shy of the 75% needed in his final year of eligibility. David Cone received 21 out of a possible 539 (3.9%) votes in his first year of eligibility, falling short of the 5% needed to remain on future ballots. Don Mattingly received 11.9% of possible votes. Other former Yankees who fell short include Lee Smith, Tim Raines and Jesse Orosco, who some may forget pitched 15 games for the Yanks in 2003.
