There is no doubt in my mind that they will press hard for B.J. Ryan. The only question is will they be willing to give him closer money to be the set up man. I would because if you sign him to a 4-year deal chances are by the last year of that deal he will take over as the Yankee closer. They really need to start thinking about the future. I would look hard for a young CF. There is talk of Juan Pierre being out there. I would take a look at him if they can get him. I like the idea of getting a CF that can lead off and move down Jeter to the 2 hole. Jeter is the perfect #2 hitter leave him there. I know there will be ALOT of wispers about Johnny Damon. I like Damon as a hitter, he is one damn good lead off man. What I dont like is the age, his throwing arm and the amount of years he wants. If he would take a 3 year deal I would consider it (But if the Red Sox were offering that he would go back) but there is NO CHANCE that I give Damon a 5 or 6 year deal.
When I see the free agent list I will give you want my projected 06 team would look like.