Tuesday notes: Jeter leading off against lefties, TBD vs. righties
Posted by: Chad Jennings - Posted in Notes on Mar 29, 2011 
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Joe Girardi has settled on one lineup decision: Derek Jeter will bat leadoff against left-handed starters. ”You can bank on that,” Girardi said.
Who bats leadoff against right-handers remains up in the air.
Jack Curry reported today that the Yankees will open the season with Brett Gardner in the leadoff spot. I’m sure Curry’s right, but Girardi said he hasn’t settled on a lineup against right-handed pitchers.
“It’s something we’ll talk about on the plane,” Girardi said.
The Yankees face Justin Verlander on Thursday, and won’t face a lefty through the entire opening series against Detroit. The fact Girardi stuck with Gardner in the leadoff spot through the final two weeks or so of spring training seems to be a pretty good sign that he’s leaning that way for the regular season, but he’s said he won’t set anything in stone until Thursday.
“We’ll find out in a couple of day,” Gardner said. “I’m not worried about it.”
Gardner hit .260 this spring. His nine walks were tied with Jorge Posada for the team lead. Jeter hit .304 and struck out only three times. In the final weeks, he seemed to be driving the ball more often, and Girardi said that’s what stood out to him about his shortstop.
“Some of the balls that he’s pulled with authority,” Girardi said. “I’ve noticed that he seems to get to that better now, and I think it’s something that pitchers are going to have to think about. Everything he used to try to shoot the other way, and he would pull some breaking balls. I’ve seen him pull some heaters with authority. People are going to have to decide whether the risk is worth it now.”
• Pedro Feliciano might be out longer than two weeks. Girardi said Feliciano has been shut down for 10 days and is likely to be out at least three weeks. “He’s going to have to play catch and long toss and flat ground then get off a mound and then throw to hitters,” Girardi said. “I think you’re looking at at least three weeks.”
• Feliciano, Damaso Marte and Colin Curtis are all traveling with the Yankees to New York. They’ll all be checked out in the City, but they won’t necessarily stay with the team for their rehab work.
• Girardi made it clear that if Curtis Granderson isn’t able to open the season, Chris Dickerson is the next in line to take that roster spot. If Granderson does open the season, though, the Dickerson will open in the minors.
• Every healthy Yankees reliever pitched today. Mariano Rivera, Boone Logan, Joba Chamberlain and Dave Robertson pitched in a simulated game at the minor league complex. Rafael Soriano and Bartolo Colon combined for a hitless inning and a third in the big league game. Even 12th reliever candidates Luis Ayala and Steve Garrison pitched today.
• In his final spring start, Freddy Garcia went 4.2 innings, allowing one run on four hits and two walks. He struck out three. The one run came on a home run by Brennan Boesch.
• Meaningless spring information: Colon started the spring opener, and he threw the final pitch in today’s finale.
• Garrison faced four hitters today. He retired the two right-handers — including a strikeout of Jhonny Peralta — but both lefties singled. Ayala faced three hitters. Magglio Ordonez doubled, Miguel Cabrera grounded out and Victor Martinez flied out.
• Phil Hughes allowed one run through five innings at the minor league complex today. Granderson and Dickerson faced Hector Noesi and some other minor leaguers in their sim game. Thank you to Donnie Collins for the information.
• Austin Romine hit his second spring home run. The two homers came in back-to-back games. The Yankees only other extra-base hit was a double by Andruw Jones, but the Romine homer push the Yankees to a 2-1 win.
• Girardi was asked today if he might be more willing to pinch hit for his catcher this season because he has Jorge Posada as an emergency option. “It’s probably something I would be somewhat reluctant to do,” Girardi said.
• Francisco Cervelli is no longer wearing his protective boot. “I don’t think it’s out of the question to have him May 1,” Girardi said.
• Speaking of Cervelli: “He asked me if I wanted (the boot),” Girardi said. “I said no, I don’t.” Only Cervelli would ask if someone else would like to keep his protective boot.
Associated Press photos of Jeter, Garcia and Rodriguez
May 1??? May 1st as an optimistic date?? Doh. wish we had someone better than Molina for 6-8 weeks
Can’t wait for the opening series. Very good matchup, I like the Yankees against the Tigers because of all the righties and I just like this yankee team period.
Time to start winning series.
Looks like ARod got buzzed
Who’s after Verlander, Scherzer?
JF-
I don’t like our starting pitching, but I certainly hope they change my mind.
I too am really looking forward to the season. I thought it was a disappointing off-season in many, many ways but winning will wash all that away.
Verlander, Penny, Scherzer
Licking chops
Why is May 1st optimistic, it’s 4.5 weeks from today. He already appeared in some spring training games so it’s not like he’s starting from scratch.
Girardi was asked today if he might be more willing to pinch hit for his catcher this season because he has Jorge Posada as an emergency option. “It’s probably something I would be somewhat reluctant to do,” Girardi said.
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So no Chavez for Martin. Great…
I don’t like our starting pitching, but I certainly hope they change my mind.
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I like the 1-4, and Garcia should be ok. I’m very excited to see Nova as the 4.
Why is May 1st optimistic
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Because Girardi said it wouldn’t be out of the question for him to be there May 1, which isn’t a ringing endorsement. Its not expecting him to be ready May 1. Its just a possibility. And with foot injuries I don’t think optimism wins out.
Nick in SF……I’m taking a flyier on the Cavs tonight ( + 14 & 2000.00 on the $ line )…I’m going to play each @ 25.00…..It’s worth a roll of the dice
I bet Garcia has a better season than Dice K.
Well, I’m optimistic until I see a reason in his rehab not to be.
# joeman March 29th, 2011 at 5:18 pm
can’t a 6-7-8 place hitter lead off a inning more than a first place hitter ?
just wondering
And about a week ago Joe Girardi’s non-conclusive comments were broken down to be code for Granderson probably wouldn’t play opening day.
Smart money is on keeping an open mind about May 1st.
Chad,
Can you clarify something. I was under the impression by way of a Klapisch story that Posada’s health would be threatened by even one more blow to the head because of the multiple concussions and knocks he’s absorbed.
Yet that story’s implications never seem to be in play when media guys ask the occasional will Posada see time behind the plate question. Either the concussions are or aren’t prohibitive to him ever playing back there again. Did Klapisch just run off like a horse out of barn on this? Did he overstate a minor truth? Girardi seems to almost somberly dismiss the option of having Posada back there under any circumstances.
What am I missing? Thanks.
“I like the 1-4, and Garcia should be ok. I’m very excited to see Nova as the 4.”
I like the 1, am looking forward to the 2, don’t like the 3 but hope he pitches well, like the 4 because kids deserve a chance but don’t really expect big things from him, and don’t really like the 5.
However, I hope the 3 and 5 prove me wrong, the 4 is the rookie of the year, the 2 makes a strong move to the upside and the 1 wins the Cy Young.
I wonder if Phil used that new cutter/slider…..
Just heard on 1050 that MLB is instituting an automatic 7 day DL for players who suffer concussions. That’s fantastic news- I think they should keep the 7 day DL, period. It really hurts a team to keep a player on the roster when he can’t play, but it makes no sense to DL him when he’s not going to miss 2 weeks.
Jeter looks as beautiful as ever. :drooling:
I wonder when Feliciano will be ready. If we could get him and Marte in the bullpen healthy, we’d have a deep pen!
Stuckey
What was the comment from GirArdi on Grandy?
I’m disappointed Gardener won’t be the dedicated lead off man.
# BeholdArNo March 29th, 2011 at 5:26 pm
Jeter looks as beautiful as ever. :drooling:
I wonder when Feliciano will be ready. If we could get him and Marte in the bullpen healthy, we’d have a deep pen!
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that would neutralize all the RS LHH
Gammons was on with Mike today and he brought up something many have said here – Beckett and Burnett (they are good friends and AJ just went to Josh’s wedding) are basically the same kind of pitcher now. He said this in response to a Mike’s question about Lackey and Beckett. While Pete thinks Lackey will be fine, he’s clearly unsure about Beckett. He said his change is very good, but he’s having issues swith his FB control – and also, apparently, there’s not much life to the FB at this point. I guess the point being that while Beckett has this rep, he’s just not that much different from AJ. Gammons thinks that these 2 pitchers could prove to be the difference between the teams
# RadioKev March 29th, 2011 at 5:29 pm
I’m disappointed Gardener won’t be the dedicated lead off man.
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does it really matter….there’s a chance he could lead off only once a game
joeman, it’s the principle of the thing.
Smart money is on keeping an open mind about May 1st.
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Even May 1st is 4 weeks away, that sucks
All those relief appearances with the Mets didn’t help Feliciano’s arm. Hope he will be good to go soon.
Girardi still hasn’t made a decision about who will bat 1st against righties? Please.
# J. Alfred Prufrock March 29th, 2011 at 5:38 pm
joeman, it’s the principle of the thing.
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OK ?
LGY,
Girardi remarking that Granderson “had a chance” to play opening day was interpreted as meaning it was more likely he wouldn’t.
“Even May 1st is 4 weeks away, that sucks
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Can’t argue that.
Just a little late afternoon humor.
If they say May 1st, think more like May 8th.
Molina for almost 6 weeks
:>o
ZMAN March 29th, 2011 at 5:41 pm
If they say May 1st, think more like May 8th.
Molina for almost 6 weeks
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if he’s going to be a backup catcher for 6 weeks he’s going to play a bunch
If we have a Molina for 6 weeks then hopefully it’ll be Bengie
I’m saying 3 times in the first 8 games..the schedule calls for it
Anyone want to wager even money with me Gustavo Molina will not register an official PA with the NY Yankees in 2011?
Molina should have to play only about 4-6 games, right? The rest of lineup looks really good, so if they hit like they can, Molina shouldn’t matter. The main concern on this team is definitely the starting pitching after CC. That’s what will determine how the season goes.
Interesting comments about Jorge by Girardi, basically the Yankees are not going to put him back behind the plate.
They must have some very specific information about the concussions he suffered the past few years and are unwilling to take any additional risk.
stuckey, are you taking the side that he will NOT or that he WILL?
“They must have some very specific information about the concussions he suffered the past few years and are unwilling to take any additional risk.”
I agree.
If there was no concern about Posada, he certainly would be able to catch some games behind the plate.
Will not.
Stuckey-
I tend to agree with you except they may not be able to locate a suitable alternative immediately.
I’d bet they have been working on it.
I was kidding this AM about them bringing Romine North.
I can’t imagine the Yankees putting up with a near automatic out for 4-6 weeks.
I’m not even sure his D is all that great.
I think there’s a combination of reasons as to why Jorge won’t catch again. Concussions, he’s poor defensively, getting older there’s too much wear and tear catching, it’s time to make the transition and move on to younger guys and not look back.
“I was kidding this AM about them bringing Romine North.”
MTU, believe me, I’d be on board..
Betsy…..Josh has back issues is what is being whispered about……
The 4 games that Molina catches between now and Cervelli’s return are going to end the season. #theskyisfallingandmonteroisnotheretocatchit
Chad,
Thank you for all your great work. This site is now the primary source of Yankee information. Naturally, conversation will follow. Give yourself a pat on the back. You have become an authoritative name in the industry.
I would happy to plunk down $15 that Gustavo Molina, also known as “The Imposter”, WILL get at least one official at-bat as a New York Yankee in 2011.
Win-win?
# MTU March 29th, 2011 at 5:54 pm
Stuckey-
I tend to agree with you except they may not be able to locate a suitable alternative immediately.
I’d bet they have been working on it.
I was kidding this AM about them bringing Romine North.
I can’t imagine the Yankees putting up with a near automatic out for 4-6 weeks.
I’m not even sure his D is all that great.
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the kid stinks…there’s a reason why he has 41 AB’s in his Career
I think people have no idea how a normal BUC is used because the Yankees have had so many injuries at the position the last 5 years.
BUC’s do not catch more than once a week when your starter is healthy.
Molina is not even going to catch that much.
I can’t imagine the Yankees putting up with a near automatic out for 4-6 weeks.
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Heck, let’s trade for Mauer to be our back up catcher and then we can trade for King Felix and Josh Johnson……….. that should do it I think.
JCPD – Come on now, how are you going to trade Joba to 3 different teams at the same time?
“I would happy to plunk down $15 that Gustavo Molina, also known as “The Imposter”, WILL get at least one official at-bat as a New York Yankee in 2011.”
$15 is a little soft for my tastes, but done nevertheless.
“Anyone want to wager even money with me Gustavo Molina will not register an official PA with the NY Yankees in 2011?”
Hard to see Martin playing in 30ish consecutive games (even with off-days) to start the season, coming off knee surgery with the awful weather that April brings.
They also play 9 consecutive games from Saturday on, including 2 day after night games. Then from the 22nd on, they play 17 straight games, 4 of them being day after night.
Wouldn’t bet on it.
willing to bet he catches 9 -10 games before FC returns if it’s May 1st
They aren’t going to push Martin this early in the season
joeman – 10 games in a month? more than 1/3 of the games… you’re crazy. i’ll take any bet you are willing to put down on that one.
ID…. give me time, I’ll figure out how to get him back in trades and retrade him.
J. Alfred-
The concussions are certainly a factor. Girardi’s made it clear that’s a big part of the reason he doesn’t want to use Posada back there, or even put himself in a position where he might have to use him back there. Given the current situations — with a backup catcher who’s never shown an ability to hit at all — Girardi will naturally be asked about the possibility of using Posada in that role, but it sounds very unlikely.
Pat M, ouch -back issues are never minor even if it’s classified as minor. I don’t wish for anyone, even Beckett, to get hurt.
We can make it $25 if you’d like, that’s been my standard amount with Lohud bets.
I don’t like to bet higher amounts with such sharp strangers, at least the first time.
JCPD,
I agree let’s trade for them all, but hold Montero, Sanchez and the Killer Bs. Come on Cashman.
They could always bring up Montero…
austin, fire Cash if he can’t get it done
# Irreverent Discourse March 29th, 2011 at 6:03 pm
joeman – 10 games in a month? more than 1/3 of the games… you’re crazy. i’ll take any bet you are willing to put down on that one.
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not crazy again they won’t push Martin
Betsy….SJ mentioned that he also heard that rumor this spring as well as possibly some shoulder concerns…….Sox Front Office has to be seething now about that extension they doled out last spring……Of course we’ll not hear that for awhile I suspect
“Wouldn’t bet on it.”
I don’t think he should be pushed that hard this soon even if he is capable of it.
Can’t afford to loose him too.
Also, I notice that your original challenge said “plate appearance” while my reply said “at-bat”.
The former is more beneficial to me, the latter to you. So I’d prefer the terms be “plate appearance” as you first proposed.
They won’t push Martin early- bad weather, cold, coming off knee surgery. Molina will play once every 4-5 days or so.
with a backup catcher who’s never shown an ability to hit at all
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Let’s rewind a little bit to when Cervelli originally came up. Wasn’t he below the Mendoza line at AA and everyone was probably saying the same thing? While Francisco may not be a star, he certainly has gotten several timely hits. How about we let it play out before we all crucify Molina.
Chad Jennings March 29th, 2011 at 6:04 pm
J. Alfred-
The concussions are certainly a factor. Girardi’s made it clear that’s a big part of the reason he doesn’t want to use Posada back there, or even put himself in a position where he might have to use him back there. Given the current situations — with a backup catcher who’s never shown an ability to hit at all — Girardi will naturally be asked about the possibility of using Posada in that role, but it sounds very unlikely.
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Thank you, Chad. The article I read seemed pretty cut and dry. Thus my bewilderment at the question being asked any more.
Let’s rewind a little bit to when Cervelli originally came up. Wasn’t he below the Mendoza line at AA and everyone was probably saying the same thing
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Cervelli was hitting poorly *at the time* but in his career has shown offensive skills. Patience and contact hitting among them. He just happens to have a gross lack of power.
The backup catcher is starting 9-10 times in April with four off days.
JCPD-
Sure. But don’t count on much.
Does this guy even have great D ?
Not looking for an AS at every position just not an auto out.
Hope you’re right but there’s scant evidence.
joeman – If they were anticipating sitting Martin 2-3 times a week why would Molina (who is awful, we all know this) be the back-up? Do you think they are doing this for kicks?
Pat M, the Yanks took an awful lot of grief for the AJ contract, but the Sox didn’t get any grief for the Lackey (think he’ll be better, but he’s not going to be an ace ) OR Beckett contracts. Of course, the Yankees are Wal-Mart and the Sox are the mom and pop store next door.
‘The former is more beneficial to me, the latter to you. So I’d prefer the terms be “plate appearance” as you first proposed.”
I made the offer, my wording is obviously what was intended and terms offered.
$25 it is then. Gustavo Molina steps into a batter’s box as a Yankees in the 2011 regular season, you win.
Did I crucify Molina?
I’m just saying that, with a backup catcher who hasn’t shown an ability to hit, it’s worth asking Girardi whether the availability of Posada leaves him more willing to pinch hit. That’s all. Of course Molina will be given some at-bats, but in a key spot, I think it would make sense to have Jones of Chavez at the plate instead. That’s not ripping Molina, it’s just asking sensible questions and considering potential outcomes.
JG will have him catching 3 times before 4/9 is over with
Speaking of Cervelli: “He asked me if I wanted (the boot),” Girardi said. “I said no, I don’t.” Only Cervelli would ask if someone else would like to keep his protective boot.
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That’s adorable.
Pat M -
I would guess we will never hear about it officially unless it becomes so obvious that the Red Sox have no choice but to make it known officially.
The media that loves to aggrandize all things Red Sox will also not want to put themselves in the position of having missed something so large here. I mean,l when the Red Sox signed Beckett to his extension, the press was pretty much tripping over themselves to congratulate the Red Sox on their genius move.
Beckett will always have a glorified image because of his postseasons. Burnett had 1 good game in the postseason. Beckett had 2 unbelieveable postseasons start to finish. 3 complete game shutouts, one in YS to clinch a WS.
You can understand why he gets more praise than Burnett, even despite similar mediocre regular season numbers.
With Posada, a guy who obviously needed more time, only rested 6 times last april. 7 times the April before (but then got injured
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5-10, I think 10 might be a bit much. 6-8 games for the backup I think.
MTU, I’m not expecting much…… but if the Yanks are losing games because of Molina and his hitting, then the rest off the lineup better get their heads out of their…….
joeman,
You’re nuts!
Once again, forgive me if this is old news. Just got home and have a lot of tweets to catch up on.
YankeesPR check out @DavidLetterman tonight for annual Yankees spring training segment; @CC_Sabathia on the show tomorrow night (3/30)
BloggingBombers Yankees announce that Thursday’s ceremonial first pitch will be thrown out by Mike Mussina. Always good to see Moose.
Cervelli is like an Amish home……no power……
Chad, no I didn’t mean you crucifying Molina……. I meant the general tone on the blog towards him
Lidge out 3-6 weeks. Shoulder
Excellent.
It will be a pleasure to either win another LoHud $25 or to not have to see Gustavo Molina bat as a Yankee.
If he bats and does well? Double bonus.
If Molina starts more than five games in April, I’ll be shocked.
“Let’s rewind a little bit to when Cervelli originally came up. Wasn’t he below the Mendoza line at AA and everyone was probably saying the same thing? While Francisco may not be a star, he certainly has gotten several timely hits. How about we let it play out before we all crucify Molina.”
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Cervelli was 23 when he was called up and had shown the ability/tools to hit a bit in the past.
Molina is 29, never has shown the ability to hit, and has the talent level of a AAA lifer.
There is nothing wrong with what Chad said. It is the truth.
Nick in SF-
Please don’t forget who your first Lohud loss was to…
# Crawdaddy March 29th, 2011 at 6:17 pm
joeman,
You’re nuts!
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no nuts or crazy…..easy on me it’s not about Molina it’s about how much Martin will catch early on …although I have said that already
not nuts or crazy…
JCPD-
I don’t like auto outs. You get that from most Pitchers not position players. Maybe if he was an incredible defender(doubt he is).
Maybe he can he sac bunt a lot. Or maybe he has a good eye and can walk.
I hope he surprises. I’d love to see it.
why is this blog is obsessed with the back up catcher situation when they have an infield that may end up with three hall of famers and another one close ?
if you people were around when ruth and gehrig were leading the ’27 yankees , you’d be obsessing over Benny Bengough being behind Johnny Grabowski as the back up catcher.
who gives a crap.
i’m gonna enjoy watching a hall of fame infield that comes along once in a blue moon.
You never forget your first…. that was also my only LoHud loss.
Poor Chien-ming Wang.
It is fair criticism to say Molina has not shown he can hit. He has not and will not. Will it cost a game or two? It could. What I know for sure is how I will cringe when he comes to bat in an important situation.
How much Imposter Molina catches will depend on how willing Girardi is to play Martin 4 days in a row.
If Girardi is fine playing Martin 4 in a row, IM should only catch 4 times in April.
“i’m gonna enjoy watching a hall of fame infield that comes along once in a blue moon.”
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Of course discussing the backup situation precludes us from enjoying the HOF infield.
Nick should have a field day with this
MTU, I don’t like auto outs either…. I guess I just don’t get worked up about it when you have the other 8 we have in the lineup.
if you people were around when ruth and gehrig were leading the ’27 yankees
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Who are the 2 yankee hitters that are going to put up 220 OPS+ this year ? Also I guess you’re assuming the 2011 Yankees will have a 122 team ERA+?
Gammons on Francesa – says that the Red Sox and Yanks have questions. Nothing new here….
However, he also says that he thinks Lackey will do better than Beckett, and get 13 wins.
“13 wins”? For how much $$$? Wow.
Also, talking about the Dodgers’ mess. Sounds horrible. Even worse than Mets, if that’s possible.
.”SJ mentioned that he also heard that rumor this spring as well as possibly some shoulder concerns…”
makes sense considering that he was dropping it to take the pressure off last year.
“I’ll make a prediction. Fans in the Bronx won’t take kindly to the lackadaisical play of Andruw Jones. His goofy grin after a strikeout won’t cut it.
By no later than June, Cashman will turn to Dickerson or Golson who will play with fire for less money.”
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hard to argue that, unfortunately.
LGY, I’m too busy having a snuggie shipped to Scranton for Jesus Montero to worry about randy’s silliness.
JCPD-
You ought to know me by now. I rarely get worked up over anything.
And I’m not now.
Taking things too seriously is not something I generally do.
122 team ERA+ is not out of the question with this bullpen… A-Rod and Teixeira/Cano going over 200 OPS+ would be… fantastic?
(although if anyone else wants to have fun with randy’s silliness they could start with his comments… today… about… one of the backup catcher candidates…)
randy l -
You must be having a great vacation!!!
If Molina is as good at hitting as Randy is at crafting analogies which have no bearing on the discussion, we’ll be fine.
Take a look at the Yankee GM during his college playing days.
http://www.cuatower.com/news/g.....-1.2127311
I don’t have any idea if Molina’s presence will cost the Yankees any games this April…hopefully it won’t. What I do know is that 1 or 2 games could decide the division….
122 team ERA+ is not out of the question with this bullpen… A-Rod and Teixeira/Cano going over 200 OPS+ would be… fantastic?
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No team came close to a 122 ERA+ last year, Oakland was at 116 ERA+. If A-rod and Cano/Tex had a 200 OPS+ either the rest of the league fell apart or they just OPS’d 1.200 each.
Craw,
that’s awesome…Cash looks kinda a ballplayer a little bit in that pic.
Jeter should leadoff, in the number 2 hole he`s on auto dp.
Blake-
Bingo !
# Joe from Long Island March 29th, 2011 at 6:26 pm
Gammons on Francesa – says that the Red Sox and Yanks have questions. Nothing new here….
However, he also says that he thinks Lackey will do better than Beckett, and get 13 wins.
“13 wins”? For how much $$$? Wow.
Also, talking about the Dodgers’ mess. Sounds horrible. Even worse than Mets, if that’s possible.
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joe ..you saying he won’t get 13
Jeter should leadoff, in the number 2 hole he`s on auto dp.
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After the first time the 9 hitter is now hitting infront of the 1 hitter. Also he had 20 DP in the 2 hole and the 1 hole. It doesn’t matter. He will GIDP.
“back issues are never minor even if it’s classified as minor. I don’t wish for anyone, even Beckett, to get hurt.”
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I do. I’ve met the guy – and he’s a real jerk.
Sean Casey: Referring to Burnetts fastball as a sinker, and his curveball as a slider. Randy is turning in his grave.
randy as a voice of reason…..
wow.
Yeah, that is a wow!
MLB Network: Leiter picks the Yanks, says we are gonna trade for a starter. Mitch Williams and Sean Casey pick the red sox. Casey and williams talking about depth of bullpen and all they added (forgetting what they lost also red sox BP depth?)
Randy is just baiting you.
Don’t fall for it.
It’s just an illusion.
Leiter took the Yanks
Mitch took the Red Sox (by a landslide)
Casey took the Red Sox (in a dog fight)
Williams also was talking about the great depth of the Red Sox rotation…..right……
Blake-
Gee. What objectivity.
Nick in SF…….You’re not alone, Erica nailed me as well…..
Everyone likes Nova at least.
Phil is having a tough early season….Utley, D Brown & now Lidge
Hope they don’t find Manuel hangin’ from the rafters.
Note left behind.
Crawdaddy -
Great find!
Thanks.
Jose Contreras…the closer
A landslide?
Was he paying attention?
I know ST is ST, but if the Yankees had a ST like the Red Sox did in these last 12 games, they’d be writing the obituary.
JF-
Let’s hope he doesn’t let us down.
He’s a pointman for the new crop.
ROY Drabek & Arencibia by Leiter and Mitch Williams
no love for Hellickson or Nova?
How I see it on March 29: (Yankees vs Red Sox)
C- push until we see what Martin does
1B – push
2B- Yankees
SS- Yankees
3B- Yankees (Youk is good but has his own injury concerns…..if the Alex we saw this spring is back for real….no contest)
LF- Sox
CF- Yanks
RF- Yanks
DH- Sox (based on last year….but could go the other way)
SP1- push ( CC/Lester)
SP2- push (Hughes/ Bucholtz_
SP3 push (AJ/Beckett)
SP4 Sox (Lackey/ Nova)(I’ll give the nod to Lackey even though this could easily go the other way)
SP5- Garcia/Dice K- push
SP6-10 heavily favors the Yanks
Bullpen: advantage Yanks.
Pat M. March 29th, 2011 at 6:38 pm
Nick in SF…….You’re not alone, Erica nailed me as well…..
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I am 3 for 4 in LoHud betting.
(I also beat Irrevent Discourse and he had to hail my baseball genius)
blake March 29th, 2011 at 6:36 pm
Leiter took the Yanks
Mitch took the Red Sox (by a landslide)
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Will the landslide bring it down?
Longoria, A-Gon, Cabrera for MVP race by Casey.
No Cano, A-rod, or Tex? short sighted.
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joeman – my point was that if Gammons – a known Red Sox fan – thinks a good year for Lackey would be 13 Ws – I consider that mediocre. And he’s getting $16M or so. Not a good value, IMO.
And if Lackey actually achieves less than 13 Ws? You put that together with Beckett’s issues, and Boston has some real worries. Real worries. If these guys don’t have good years, how – and where do the resources come from – do they replace them?
just saying ….going back to 2009 Grandy had a good year but Ellsbury had a better year…if both healthy CF is close..