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Alex Rodriguez
Derek Jeter
Mark Teiteira
AJ Burnett
CC Sabathia
Mariano Rivera
Jorge Posada
Johnny Damon
Hideki Matsui
Xavier Nady
Robinson Cano
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Damaso Marte
Jose Molina
Melky Cabrera
Brian Bruney
Cody Ransom
Jose Veras
Joba Chamberlain
Edwar Ramirez
Brett Gardner
Phil Coke
Jonathan Albaladejo
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16,500,000
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455,100
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422,450
414,000
403,300
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Joba Chamberlain
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| TEAM CAPTAINS |
1. Hal Chase
1912
2. Roger Peckinpaugh 1914-1921
3. Babe Ruth
1922
4. Everett Scott
1922-1925
5. Lou Gehrig
1935-1941
6. Thurman Munson 1976-1979
7. Graig Nettles
1982-1984
8. Willie Randolph
1986-1989
9. Ron Guidry
1986-1989
10. Don Mattingly 1991-1995
11. Derek Jeter
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| Tuesday, August 19, 2008 |
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Two for 2009 |
Despite the fact that some in the media that are only too happy to prematurely proclaim that the Yanks streak of 13 straight years of making the playoffs is over, it's still a little early to be speculating about 2009 yet. Having said that, here are two players that will most likely be free agents and, despite their likely high salary demands, I believe the Yanks would be very wise to take a good shot at each:
1. F-Rod - The 26-year old closer has been consistently dominant for Anaheim over his first 5 seasons in the majors. If you ignore the stingy 3.04 ERA he posted in his first full season in 2003, he has been under 3.00 for his entire career. He's averaged 45 saves over the last 4 years, with an average of more than one K/IP and a WHIP of about 1. He has proven that he can beat AL batters and deal with the pressure of the post season, and there's no reason to believe he will be a problem off the field or have problems. There really are only two questions as I see it: First, where do you put him? Will he be willing to be a set-up man for Mo until he retires, which is at least until 2010, if not longer. After that, he would probably be guaranteed the closer job for the Yanks for another ten years if it worked out. The second question, as it is with any player coming into NY, is can he handle the pressure unique to NY (i.e. the media, the fans, management, other players, etc...) This is a question that can never really be answered until a player arrives, but he shows no signs of immaturity, selfishness or an inability to handle the press. Rodriguez wanted to work out an extension with Anaheim previously, but according to his most recent statements, frustration with their lack of action has led him to state that he will test the free agent market this offseason. Getting him as a free agent will be much less costly than having to trade for him. I say offer him $90 million over 6 years, which breaks down to $15 million/years. That puts him even with Mariano and gives him a $5 million/year increase from his 2008 salary.
2. CC Sabathia - The 28-year old lefty would be a great addition to the Yankees starting rotation. As much as you may like the sound of Chamberlain and Wang as 1-2 in the rotation, how about Chamberlain-Wang-Sabathia? He has a lifetime ERA of 3.74, but in recent years he has improved. He posted a 3.22 and a 3.21 for Cleveland in 2006 and 2007 respectively, and while he jumped to 3.83 with Cleveland in early 2008, after being traded to Milwaukee, he has gone 7 and 0 with a 1.55 ERA in 8 games. Like F-Rod, he also brings experience facing AL batters, so that should not be a concern. However, there is also the question of the unique challenges of facing the pressure of playing in New York. There is speculation that Milwaukee will not be able to re-sign him, so he will likely be available for the right price and not as a trade, which of course saves prospects. I think he commands numbers in the same ballpark as F-Rod in terms of salary and contract length. I'm thinking the offer should be at least 6 years/$80 million.Labels: Acquisitions, CC, F-Rod |
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| Monday, August 18, 2008 |
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Back from the dead |
| The Associated Press is reporting that either Phil Hughes or Carl Pavano may be activated to pitch against the Orioles this weekend. Yes, I said Carl Pavano - the man who has thrown exactly 11 1/3 innings in the last 3 years. He threw another rehab game for Trenton last night, throwing 88 pitches (58 strikes) in six innings, allowing only one run (solo home run) and five hits and a walk with five strikeouts. Personally, I will be willing to put all questions about his work ethic and injuries aside if he plays a role in helping the Yanks make anything with their last few months in Yankee Stadium. Labels: Injuries, Pavano, Pitching |
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| Sunday, August 17, 2008 |
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Ruth's cause of death revisited and revised |
| Apparently, babe Ruth did not die of throat cancer, but a more rare form of cancer. The full story is here. Labels: Ruth |
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Awake, but for how long? |
| Brett Gardner's hit in the bottom of the 13th inning yesterday gave the Yankees a rare but much needed win after a stretch when the they won only 6 of their previous 19 games. Despite the win, the offense was still sparse, with only three runs being scored in the 13 inning game. Still, they find themselves 9.5 games behind division-leading Tampa and 6 behind Boston, who is on top of the wild card standings at the moment. Obviously, any hopes of a semi-miracle comeback rest fully upon the ability of the offense coming out from wherever they have been hiding and showing up consistently. Today's explosion is hopefully a sign of things to come. After scoring 15 runs against Kansas City today, for one game they demonstrated what their offense has been capable of all season. Adding to the good news, it looks as if Matsui will finally return to the lineup on Tuesday. The return of his bat will be welcome. While pitching has been solid overall, the return of Joba will also be great news. But at the end of the day, the Yanks have a tough schedule for the rest of the season, and a steep hill to climb. Labels: Gardner, Joba, Matsui, Offense |
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LAST UPDATED: 05/30/2009
ALL-TIME SAVES
LEADERS
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Trevor Hoffman
Mariano Rivera
Lee
Smith
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SAVES
591
526
478
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ALL-TIME HITS
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Pete Rose
Ty Cobb
Hank Aaron
Stan Musial
Andre Dawson
Ken Griffey Jr.
Vada Pinson
Luke Appling
Derek Jeter
Willie Davis
Steve Finley
G. Van Haltren
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HITS
4,256
4,198
3,771
3,630
2,774
2,763
2,757
2,749
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Barry Bonds
Hank Aaron
Babe Ruth
Willie Mays
Ken Griffey Jr.
Sammy Sosa
Frank Robinson
Mark McGwire
Alex Rodriguez |
HR
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755
714
660
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| 26 WORLD SERIES TITLES |
1923 - 1927 - 1928 - 1932 - 1936 - 1937 - 1938 - 1939 - 1941 - 1943 - 1947 -
1949 - 1950 - 1951 - 1952 - 1953 - 1956 - 1958 - 1961 - 1962 - 1977 - 1978 -
1996 - 1998 - 1999 - 2000 - 2009
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| 16 RETIRED NUMBERS |
1 BILLY MARTIN
3 BABE RUTH
4 LOU GEHRIG
5 JOE DIMAGGIO
7 MICKEY MANTLE
8 YOGI BERRA
8 BILL DICKEY
9 ROGER MARIS
10 PHIL RIZZUTO
15 THURMAN MUNSON
16 WHITEY FORD
23 DON MATTINGLY
32 ELSTON HOWARD
37 CASEY STENGEL
44 REGGIE JACKSON
49 RON GUIDRY
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| 40 HALL OF FAMERS |
Frank Baker 1916-19, 1921-22
Yogi Berra 1946-63
Wade Boggs 1993-97
Roger Bresnahan 1901-02
Frank Chance 1913-14
Jack Chesbro 1903-09
Earle Combs 1924-35
Stan Coveleski 1928
Bill Dickey 1928-43, 1946
Joe DiMaggio 1936-42, 1946-51
Leo Durocher 1925, 1928-29
Whitey Ford 1950, 1953-67
Lou Gehrig 1923-39
Lefty Gomez 1930-42
Goose Gossage 1978-83, 1989
Clark Griffith 1903-07
Burleigh Grimes 1934
Ricky Henderson 1985-1989
Waite Hoyt 1921-30
Catfish Hunter 1975-79
Reggie Jackson 1977-81
Willie Keeler 1903-09
Joe Kelley 1902
Tony Lazzeri 1926-37
Mickey Mantle 1951-68
Joe McGinnity 1901-02
John McGraw 1901-02
Johnny Mize 1949-53
Phil Niekro 1984-85
Herb Pennock 1923-33
Gaylord Perry 1980
Branch Rickey 1907
Phil Rizzuto 1941-42, 1946-56
Wilbert Robinson 1901-02
Red Ruffing 1930-42, 1945-46
Babe Ruth 1920-34
Joe Sewell 1931-33
Enos Slaughter 1954-55, 1956-59
Dazzy Vance 1915, 1918
Paul Waner 1944-45
Dave Winfield 1981-88, 1990
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