Yankees Off-Season Plans

[riverside sluggers]

its been reported that the yankees, like the red sox, will be looking to add a new 1st baseman to their roster. Yankees will surely let Tino walk, and their plan is to make Giambi a full time DH due to his lack of defensive play at 1st base. Duncan, their prized prospect has recently in the AFL games has been having some playing time at 1st base. Suggesting he could vie for a spot in the opening day roster. Duncan in the AFL games is tearing it up with a .377 avg, 6 HRs, 7 Doubles and 17 RBIs.

 

For a center fielder yankees will try to look into dealing gold glover Torri Hunter, in which the Twins would acquire an infielder and a starting pitcher. Wright, Wang, Chacon or Small are being listed as possible players Yankees would deal. The Marlins Juan Pierre is also being listed, but he averages 2 or 3 HRs a year and not one to drive in many runs. Id say New York should stray from trades that might hurt them in the end, and go for like free agent Juan Encarcion whos just 29 and quite a defensive outfielder with pop in his bat.

[He Hate Me]

its been reported that the yankees, like the red sox, will be looking to add a new 1st baseman to their roster. Yankees will surely let Tino walk, and their plan is to make Giambi a full time DH due to his lack of defensive play at 1st base. Duncan, their prized prospect has recently in the AFL games has been having some playing time at 1st base. Suggesting he could vie for a spot in the opening day roster. Duncan in the AFL games is tearing it up with a .377 avg, 6 HRs, 7 Doubles and 17 RBIs.

 

For a center fielder yankees will try to look into dealing gold glover Torri Hunter, in which the Twins would acquire an infielder and a starting pitcher. Wright, Wang, Chacon or Small are being listed as possible players Yankees would deal. The Marlins Juan Pierre is also being listed, but he averages 2 or 3 HRs a year and not one to drive in many runs. Id say New York should stray from trades that might hurt them in the end, and go for like free agent Juan Encarcion whos just 29 and quite a defensive outfielder with pop in his bat.

 

If I had my way, I would deal Wright for Pierre, who I think will rebound nicely next season. I'd rather have Giambi play the field everyday, cuz cmon, it's first base.

[MC Hammer]

If I had my way, I would deal Wright for Pierre, who I think will rebound nicely next season. I'd rather have Giambi play the field everyday, cuz cmon, it's first base.

How much crack do you think the Marlins GM would have to smoke to make that trade?

 

I wouldn't trade a used nut sack for Wright.

[He Hate Me]

How much crack do you think the Marlins GM would have to smoke to make that trade?

 

I wouldn't trade a used nut sack for Wright.

 

note the key phrase "If I had my way"

[MANNYHOF24]

Wright is worthless after this season

[ARod2212]

Isn't it obvious? Pavano and Womack to the Cardinals for Pujols (Albert needs a change of scenery after difficult playoff losses, and Pavano and Womack were on the last 2 NL teams to win the World Series). That fills first base for us. Then we send Wright to Reds for Griffey, because they need pitching help. Then we wheel a cheese sandwich and Cashman's first born for Barry Zito. Billy Beane has a knack for finding talent, and Cash Jr. is a stud in the making. Then we sign Billy Wagner and BJ Ryan to set up Rivera.

 

Pujols, Cano, Jeter, Rodriguez, Matsui, Griffey, Sheffield, Posada, Giambi

RJ, Mussina, Chacon, Wang, Zito

Small, Rivera, Ryan, Wagner, Jesse Orosco

 

 

Can't mess with that lineup

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will surely let Tino walk

 

im not so sure about that, but its possible. If we do then Tino will retire.

[riverside sluggers]

it seems that cashman is doing what theo would do, preserve the future

 

Yankees plan to keep young stars

Tuesday, November 1, 2005

 

By PETE CALDERA

STAFF WRITER

NEW YORK - Replacing Bernie Williams in center field will require a lot of creativity, especially since the Yankees are unwilling to part with their young nucleus to do so. With general manager Brian Cashman committed to paring payroll and increasing the Yankees' youth, expect Robinson Cano and Chien-Ming Wang to be in pinstripes when the 2006 season begins. Dealing these one-time prospects who made significant contributions during the Yankees' run to the AL East title "doesn't make any sense,'' Cashman said Monday, adding that it "wouldn't be valid to speculate'' about such a transaction.

 

That doesn't lessen the Yanks' need for an impact outfielder or a hard-throwing setup reliever - major topics that will be addressed when Cashman heads up the club's organizational meetings. Owner George Steinbrenner and general partner Steve Swindal, along with Tampa executives Damon Oppenheimer, Mark Newman and Bill Emslie, are expected to be at Yankee Stadium today. Manager Joe Torre and New York-based executives Randy Levine and Lonn Trost also will attend, as will Gene Michael. A trusted Cashman confidant, Michael has been reinstated in the Yankees' circle of power.

 

The Yankees don't seem to be enamored of free agent Johnny Damon. But they probably can't persuade the Twins to trade them Torii Hunter unless Cano and another significant hitter is added to the deal. With corner outfielders such as Brian Giles, Jacque Jones and Reggie Sanders available via free agency, the Yanks could explore signing such a player and making Gary Sheffield available in a trade to fill a center field spot. Sheffield's value is unquestioned, but he has a history of being disgruntled by the contracts he signs and could cause the Yankees more grief in the final year of his $39 million pact.

 

But compared to their rivals in Boston, the Yankees are the picture of tranquility and organization. Manny Ramirez has asked to be traded again, and he reportedly won't show up in Fort Myers for spring training unless he's accommodated - preferably in a deal to the Los Angeles Angels. The general manager who must deal with that mess is anyone's guess, since Theo Epstein quit his Red Sox post Monday following a power struggle with Larry Lucchino.

 

Boston is expected to make a run at Baltimore free agent closer B.J. Ryan, whom the Yanks have targeted as a lefty setup man. Kyle Farnsworth, another potential replacement for Tom Gordon, filed for free agency Monday. Most of the Yankees' immediate focus is on re-signing Hideki Matsui and finalizing the coaching staff. So far this off-season, "We have not had any trade conversations,'' Cashman said. Cashman had not yet spoken to Matsui's agent, Arn Tellem, but talks will take place soon; Matsui can become a free agent after Nov. 15.

 

Cashman had nothing to announce regarding the coaching staff, except to say that bullpen coach Neil Allen, first base coach Roy White and third base coach Luis Sojo would not be returning to those positions. Larry Bowa (third base coach), Lee Mazzilli (bench coach) and Ron Guidry (pitching coach) are expected to join the staff. Also, former big league pitching coach Joe Kerrigan could fill Allen's role and former Royals manager Tony Pena is being considered as first base coach.

[AlexanderTheGreat13]

The only Yankee prospect that I can see them trading if they could get a really good player for is Eric Duncan only because they have the position filled(both 1B and 3b). I think threy Yankees will get someone like Juan Pierre for CF. Cashman has had a hard on for BJ Ryan for years so if the Yankees dont get him it wont be because of money or anything like that. They will break the bank for him and from what I heard he has a relationship with Ron Guirdy and he might become the new Yankees pitching coach.

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I wouldnt want to trade Duncan, we will need a 1B in the coming years, and if he doesnt work out there I can see him as a solid corner outfielder.

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I wouldnt want to trade Duncan, we will need a 1B in the coming years, and if he doesnt work out there I can see him as a solid corner outfielder.

.....and plus the fact that I was pulling for him to get drafted by us back in 03, and it happened.

 

(Eric is from the tri-state area, jersey to be specific, and before he got drafted the Daily News would always have a lot about him, like boxscores and stuff, so I said "I hope we get this kid", not really thinking we would, because we had the 27th pick that year and everybody expected him to go sooner...but we got him!! )

[AlexanderTheGreat13]

I wouldnt want to trade Duncan, we will need a 1B in the coming years, and if he doesnt work out there I can see him as a solid corner outfielder.

Well theres no garentee that hes going to be a good 1st basemen or a good OFer. That said I would only move him for a really good player. I wouldnt even trade him for Tori Hunter. I'm talking superstar level. Duncan has been very impressive in the AFL.

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Well theres no garentee that hes going to be a good 1st basemen or a good OFer. That said I would only move him for a really good player. I wouldnt even trade him for Tori Hunter. I'm talking superstar level. Duncan has been very impressive in the AFL.

oh yea, I agree...no guarantee that he will be good anywhere except 3rd...in fact, didnt he struggle a little bit this year at first in Trenton?

 

But it is good to see him tearing it up in Arizona.

 

And yea, I trade Duncan for a Pujols/Miguel Cabrera kind of guy.

[ORS]

On what planet does a prospect who struggled in AA, then had a good month in the AFL land an Albert Pujols or Miguel Cabrera? Those types of guys go for at least 3 prospects of Duncan's caliber.

 

Don't get me wrong, I think Duncan will be good, but his stock is no where near that high yet.

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On what planet does a prospect who struggled in AA, then had a good month in the AFL land an Albert Pujols or Miguel Cabrera? Those types of guys go for at least 3 prospects of Duncan's caliber.

 

Don't get me wrong, I think Duncan will be good, but his stock is no where near that high yet.

I never said his stock was as high as a Miguel Cabrera or an Albert Pujols, what I meant whas that I wouldnt trade him away in a package (not just by himself, but in a package, didnt think I had to explain it) unless we got a guy like Pujols/Cabrera/ or like a Felix Hernandez in return.

 

Trust me, I know hes not as good as Pujols yet.

[ORS]

I figured that was what you meant, but the way you and AtG13 were carrying on I actually figured you guys thought he'd land an all-star by himself.

[AlexanderTheGreat13]

I figured that was what you meant, but the way you and AtG13 were carrying on I actually figured you guys thought he'd land an all-star by himself.

lol nah, if you want to land a player of that caliber(which is rare) you would have to start off with a package of Hughes, Duncan, and Wang. Maybe even Cano.

[Optimist]

Larry Bowa has been named the new Yankees 3rd Base Coach.

 

Link

 

The Yankees have also received permission to speak with Tony Pena, who could possibly be replacing Roy White at first.

[Optimist]

Lee Mazzilli has been named the new Yankee bench coach.

[Optimist]

Wow, Yankees aren't wasting any time after securing Cashman for a few more years.

 

Tony Pena has been named the new Yankees first base coach.

 

Link

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lol nah, if you want to land a player of that caliber(which is rare) you would have to start off with a package of Hughes, Duncan, and Wang. Maybe even Cano.

I dont think it would take our 4 best prospects, but it would definately require a pretty hefty package.

 

Anyone wlse happy about having Tony Pena here?

 

Also, I think that the Yanks should consider Roy White to replace Bucky Dent in Columbus as the manager, as it looks like Bucky will become the Reds' new bench coach (I'll provide a link later)

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as it looks like Bucky will become the Reds' new bench coach (I'll provide a link later)

 

Cincinnatti Enquirer Link

 

Cincinnatti Post Link

 

Newsday Link

[AlexanderTheGreat13]

Pena was a nice pick up. There were really down on Sojo after some of his decisions he made at 3rd base. They bring in Pena for 1st base and to relate to guys like Robby Cano who was really close with Sojo.

[Optimist]

Gator's back!!

[riverside sluggers]

damn I hope this isnt true. According to the NY Post, one of the center fielders the Yankees are setting their sights is none other but Milton Bradley. The Yankees go from a well respected player in Bernie to a controversial ******* in Bradley. Bradley and Sheffield would sure make one enraged outfield duo. I bet anything the boo-birds will already be set at the Fens to sing in unasyn, for specifically reasons other than being a yankee.

 

YANKS NARROW CENTER SEARCH

By GEORGE KING

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November 4, 2005 -- The popular belief heading into the GM meetings next week in Palm Springs is that the Yankees will have a better chance of laying the groundwork to find bullpen help than a center fielder. That's because B.J. Ryan, Kyle Farnsworth, Julian Tavarez and Ugueth Urbina are free agents and will only require money to obtain. The only name among free agent center fielders, is Johnny Damon. Torii Hunter, Vernon Wells, Milton Bradley and Mike Cameron all are attractive to the Yankees, but it would require a trade to land one of them. "We need bullpen help and a center fielder," GM Brian Cashman said of his offseason goals.

 

It's not out of the question that the Yankees could sign two of the aforementioned relievers to hopefully build a solid bridge from the starters to Mariano Rivera. Center field will be more difficult. The early vibe is that the Yankees aren't going to spend exorbitantly and Damon, 32 tomorrow, is going to command $10 to $12 million a year for four or five seasons. At this juncture the Yankees are talking about not dealing second baseman Robinson Cano. That gives them no shot at acquiring the 30-year-old Hunter from the Twins. Hunter is coming off a broken ankle and can be a free agent following the 2006 season when he will earn $10.75 million if a $12 million option for 2007 isn't picked up.

 

The Blue Jays would like to move Wells' contract ($9.9 million over the next two years) and shift Alex Rios to center, but don't have a match with the Yankees if Cano is untouchable. The Mets' Cameron will become available, but the Yankees are going to likely need a third team to get involved because the Mets aren't going to fill a Yankees need. Cameron, 32, would certainly tighten up the Yankees' outfield defense, but he strikes out a lot, something Jason Giambi, Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter also do. Cameron will make $6 million next year and there is a club option for $7 million in 2007, and there are questions about how he will come back from that horrific collision with Carlos Beltran that required facial surgery.

 

That brings us to the Dodgers' Bradley, a talented 27-year-old switch-hitter with power and above average defensive tools that are packed in a suitcase with a lot of emotional baggage. The Yankees have internally discussed acquiring Bradley, but every time his name is brought up, his problems usually scare Yankee brass in a different direction. His temper got him traded from Cleveland to L.A., where he had a major problem with teammate Jeff Kent. And he missed time this past season with a knuckle injury and had left knee surgery in August.

 

Still, throughout the Joe Torre era, problem players have come to The Bronx and turned into solid citizens. The Yankees were so convinced Torre could handle problems they were on the verge of signing Albert Belle in 1998. The Dodgers, who are without a GM or a manager, will try to trade Bradley before Dec. 20. If they don't, there is a strong chance he won't be tendered a contract and will become a free agent. The Yanks announced former Royals manager Tony Pena as their first base coach yesterday. Their next move will be to name Ron Guidry as the pitching coach and Joe Kerrigan as the bullpen coach. Pena likely will have to give up his appointment as the manager of the Dominican Republic team in the World Baseball Classic . . . Lefty reliever Alan Embree declared for free agency yesterday.

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damn I hope this isnt true. According to the NY Post, one of the center fielders the Yankees are setting their sights is none other but Milton Bradley. The Yankees go from a well respected player in Bernie to a controversial ******* in Bradley. Bradley and Sheffield would sure make one enraged outfield duo. I bet anything the boo-birds will already be set at the Fens to sing in unasyn, for specifically reasons other than being a yankee.

I REALLY hope its not true, I would rather have Crosby play everyday or us go out and get Rickey Ledee ro something than have MIlton bradley.

[26 to 6]

Gator's back!!

YEA!!!

 

and we got kerrigan too...im not too thrilled about it, but its not that big a deal, hopefuly he does good for us though.

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Now that Buckey Dent has been named the Reds' bench coach I wonder who takes over in Columbus.

[Optimist]

Now that Buckey Dent has been named the Reds' bench coach I wonder who takes over in Columbus.

 

Doesn't Sojo want to manage a minor league team?

 

I don't see the Yankees putting him in charge of Columbus though, not yet.

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He said he wants to manage Single A Tampa, he has a home in Tampa and it appears that the Yanks have offered him the Tampa Yankees job.

[riverside sluggers]

what's taking georgey and the front office so long to resign Matsui?

 

if he does not sign a contract extension or a new contract by Nov. 15, 2005, then the NYY must place him on waivers for the purpose of granting him his release- + if he were to clear waivers he would become a free agent Agent:

 

this will come around and bit them in the ass if matsui is not signed by that date. Its been said White Sox are interested if he becomes a free agent, plus theres a possibility of him going back to Japan.