The 2013 Yankees aren’t going to be as offensively productive as last season. This isn’t a profound statement by any means, but just how much can of a downturn can we expect? We know that the likes of Ichiro, Chris … Continue reading
Pitchers and catchers report for the Yankees today (finally), meaning this long offseason is finally over. Although it lacked any impact roster additions, this offseason was undeniably interesting. Whether it be preparing for the $189M budget in 2014, losing key … Continue reading
All of the discussion about performance enhancing drugs in recent weeks (namely: Alex Rodriguez) has caused me to think a lot about why players choose to use PEDs in the first place. Obviously their goal is to get an edge … Continue reading
In 2007, Baseball America ranked Phil Hughes the 4th best prospect in all of baseball. He was supposed to be the Yankees’ ace for years to come and one of the top pitchers in all of baseball. He hasn’t come … Continue reading
As it stands right now, the Yankees’ DH heading into the season looks to be a platoon consisting of the newly-acquired Travis Hafner as the left-handed piece and some combination of Juan Rivera, Matt Diaz, Ronnier Mustelier, and Thomas Neal on … Continue reading
As the start of the season continues to creep closer, it’s time to take stock in our expectations for the coming season. Over the next few weeks, Derek and I will be making a series of bold predictions about the … Continue reading
The Yankees’ bullpen has been a strength for many years running, but perhaps 2013 could be the most vulnerable it has been in years. Mariano Rivera has defied the odds forever, but at some point, his skills are due to diminish. … Continue reading
The Yankees have added another bat to the pile of fringy DH types in Travis Hafner. Hafner is best remembered for being one of the league’s most feared hitters with the Indians in the mid aughts before injuries derailed his … Continue reading