Category Archives: Speculation

Free Agent Target: Andrew Miller

by Derek Posted on November 4, 2014 9:00AM EST

#454350440 / gettyimages.com Last Friday, I began a series of posts featuring players the Yankees may target in free agency with Pablo Sandoval. Today, with the exclusive negotiating window ending, let’s examine the case for the Yankees to pursue lefty … Continue reading →

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Free Agent Target: Pablo Sandoval

by Derek Posted on October 31, 2014 9:00AM EDT

#458061530 / gettyimages.com The San Francisco Giants capped off their third championship in five seasons on Wednesday night, and with the end of the series, their cornerstone third baseman has become a free agent. I’m talking about Pablo Sandoval, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Free Agency, Offseason, Speculation | Tagged Chase Headley, Pablo Sandoval | Comments Off

Are the Yankees eyeing Ian Desmond?

by Derek Posted on October 10, 2014 11:40AM EDT

#456757680 / gettyimages.com The Yankees need a shortstop for the 2015 season. Long-term or stopgap, the solution will likely be from an external source. The one candidate under contract, Brendan Ryan, is unlikely be tabbed as Derek Jeter‘s replacement. Fortunately for … Continue reading →

Posted in Offseason, Speculation | Tagged Brendan Ryan, Ian Desmond, Stephen Drew | 1 Comment

Trade Target: Jorge De La Rosa

by Chris Posted on July 15, 2014 9:00AM EDT

#452047066 / gettyimages.com With their rotation decimated by injuries, the Yankees need starting pitching help. This was true last week, but is even more true now that Masahiro Tanaka will be out of commission for at least the next six … Continue reading →

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Trade Target: Alex Rios

by Derek Posted on July 9, 2014 9:00AM EDT

Three weeks and one day remain for the Yankees to make any non-waiver trades to improve the Major League roster. During that period, Chris and I will be discussing possible acquisitions from clubs likely to be selling. Brian Cashman has already … Continue reading →

Posted in Speculation, Trade Talk | Tagged Alex Rios | 2 Comments

Trade comps for Gary Sanchez

by Chris Posted on April 10, 2014 3:19PM EDT

As the Yankees’ clear-cut top prospect, Gary Sanchez‘s name was at the top of virtually every organizational prospect list out there last winter, and assuming nothing goes awry, Sanchez should be ready to take on big league catching duties within … Continue reading →

Posted in Speculation, Trade Talk | Tagged Gary Sanchez, Pinstripe Alley | 5 Comments

Mark Teixeira’s health and first base depth

by Derek Posted on April 5, 2014 10:42AM EDT

What initially appeared to be a harmless foul ball in the second inning could turn out to be a big blow to Mark Teixeira and the Yankees. The first baseman was diagnosed with a strained hamstring and has an MRI set … Continue reading →

Posted in Injuries, Speculation | Tagged Kelly Johnson, Kendrys Morales, Mark Teixeira, Russ Canzler, Stephen Drew | Comments Off

Managing Michael Pineda’s workload

by Derek Posted on March 26, 2014 9:00AM EDT

Pitch limits, innings caps, and mechanical tweaks are just a few methods teams have tried to prevent elbow and shoulder injuries. What’s clear is that these procedures don’t necessarily work, but the logic behind them is understandable. Even though Joe … Continue reading →

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Re-evaluating the Yankees lack of interest in Stephen Drew

by Derek Posted on February 24, 2014 4:44PM EST

Slightly more than a month ago, I examined why the Yankees had exhibited little interest in pursuing Stephen Drew. Circumstances have changed since then, but the need to bolster the infield hasn’t varied. Masahiro Tanaka has joined the Yankees, blowing … Continue reading →

Posted in Analysis, Free Agency, Speculation | Tagged Derek Jeter, Pinstripe Alley, Stephen Drew | Comments Off

What active players are on their way to Cooperstown? (NL Edition)

by Derek Posted on December 24, 2013 9:00AM EST

Hall of Fame season is upon us, with the announcement of the 2014 class coming on January 8th. There’s been plenty of debate pertaining to this year’s crowded ballot, so I’ll mix it up. Instead, let’s examine what active players … Continue reading →

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