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Post by jiminy on Jan 29, 2024 15:35:04 GMT -5
Yankees Claim Matt Gage www.mlbtraderumors.com/2024/01/yankees-claim-matt-gage-waivers-astros.htmlThe Yankees have claimed left-handed reliever Matt Gage off waivers from the Astros, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. He was designated for assignment last week. The team has not formally announced the move or a corresponding transaction, which will be required since New York currently has a full 40-man roster. Gage, who’ll be 31 in a couple weeks, has spent time in the majors in each of the past two seasons, logging a combined 1.83 ERA in 19 2/3 innings between the Blue Jays and Astros. He’s punched out a strong 26% of his opponents but also demonstrated some shaky command, evidenced by 20 walks (11.7%) and one hit batter in just 77 faced as a big leaguer. While Gage has an overall 5.17 ERA in parts of five Triple-A seasons, he’s been better there in the past two years (2.34 ERA in 42 1/3 innings in 2022, 4.58 ERA in 37 1/3 innings in 2023). A good portion of his Triple-A struggles came several years ago when he was working as a starter in the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League while pitching in the Giants’ and Mets’ systems. A move to the bullpen seems to have been agreeable to Gage, however, and like so many other Yankee bullpen targets, Gage will bring a track record of inducing ground-balls at a strong clip to his new club. He’s posted a 48.9% grounder rate in his limited MLB time and typically sits in the mid-40s at the Triple-A level as well. Overall, he has a 45.4% ground-ball rate in his time at the Triple-A level. He also has a minor league option remaining, so he can be sent to Scranton without first needing to pass through waivers. The Yankees are generally light on established left-handed bullpen candidates. Gage certainly isn’t an established option himself, but he’ll join Victor Gonzalez, Matt Krook and Nick Ramirez as 40-man possibilities for the Yankees to evaluate this spring. The Yanks have reportedly been on the hunt for bullpen help in free agency but are also already into the fourth and highest tier of luxury penalization, meaning they’ll pay a 110% tax on any additional salaries added to the books. A reunion with Wandy Peralta is said to be of interest, but it’s not yet clear whether the Yankees will effectively spend double whatever the market bears (including tax penalties) in order to retain him. For now, they’ll stock up on some affordable depth as they continue surveying the market. |
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Post by posadafan24 on Jan 29, 2024 15:51:09 GMT -5
Yankees Claim Matt Gage www.mlbtraderumors.com/2024/01/yankees-claim-matt-gage-waivers-astros.htmlThe Yankees have claimed left-handed reliever Matt Gage off waivers from the Astros, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. He was designated for assignment last week. The team has not formally announced the move or a corresponding transaction, which will be required since New York currently has a full 40-man roster. Gage, who’ll be 31 in a couple weeks, has spent time in the majors in each of the past two seasons, logging a combined 1.83 ERA in 19 2/3 innings between the Blue Jays and Astros. He’s punched out a strong 26% of his opponents but also demonstrated some shaky command, evidenced by 20 walks (11.7%) and one hit batter in just 77 faced as a big leaguer. While Gage has an overall 5.17 ERA in parts of five Triple-A seasons, he’s been better there in the past two years (2.34 ERA in 42 1/3 innings in 2022, 4.58 ERA in 37 1/3 innings in 2023). A good portion of his Triple-A struggles came several years ago when he was working as a starter in the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League while pitching in the Giants’ and Mets’ systems. A move to the bullpen seems to have been agreeable to Gage, however, and like so many other Yankee bullpen targets, Gage will bring a track record of inducing ground-balls at a strong clip to his new club. He’s posted a 48.9% grounder rate in his limited MLB time and typically sits in the mid-40s at the Triple-A level as well. Overall, he has a 45.4% ground-ball rate in his time at the Triple-A level. He also has a minor league option remaining, so he can be sent to Scranton without first needing to pass through waivers. The Yankees are generally light on established left-handed bullpen candidates. Gage certainly isn’t an established option himself, but he’ll join Victor Gonzalez, Matt Krook and Nick Ramirez as 40-man possibilities for the Yankees to evaluate this spring. The Yanks have reportedly been on the hunt for bullpen help in free agency but are also already into the fourth and highest tier of luxury penalization, meaning they’ll pay a 110% tax on any additional salaries added to the books. A reunion with Wandy Peralta is said to be of interest, but it’s not yet clear whether the Yankees will effectively spend double whatever the market bears (including tax penalties) in order to retain him. For now, they’ll stock up on some affordable depth as they continue surveying the market. 19 innings is hardly anything to go on but not a bad pick up . Hardly a replacement for peralta and king though |
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Post by jiminy on Jan 29, 2024 17:12:34 GMT -5
Yankees Designate Diego Castillo For Assignment www.mlbtraderumors.com/The Yankees announced that they have claimed left-hander Matt Gage off waivers, a move which was reported on earlier today. Infielder/outfielder Diego Castillo was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Castillo, 26, has had his name on many transactions over the past few years. An amateur signing of the Yankees, he was traded to the Pirates as part of the 2021 Clay Holmes deal. He was traded to the Diamondbacks after the 2022 season and spent the 2023 campaign with that club. But he was designated for assignment last month, going to the Mets and then Yankees on waiver claims. Now he’s been designated for assignment for the third time in just over a month. He doesn’t have a ton of power but generally fares well at the plate apart from that. Last year, he took 556 trips to the plate at Triple-A, hitting just three home runs. But he drew walks in 17.4% of those plate appearances while striking out at just a 14.2% clip. His .313/.431/.410 batting line translated to a 117 wRC+, indicating he was 17% better than league average overall. His work in the majors hasn’t been as impressive, with Castillo hitting .205/.250/.380 in his 284 plate appearances for a wRC+ of 71. Defensively, Castillo is capable of moving around quite a bit. He’s spent time at all four infield positions, the outfield corners and has even made a couple of mop-up appearances on the mound. He also has a bit of speed, having stolen 13 bases in Triple-A last year, the third time he’s reached double digits in the minors. This winter, it seems he has fallen into a bucket of being just good enough to intrigue clubs but not quite good enough to hold a roster spot for very long. The Yanks will now have one week to trade him or pass him through waivers. He still has one option remaining. Between that, his plate discipline and defensive versatility, he may find himself on the move yet again in the coming days. If he were to pass through waivers unclaimed, he would stick with the Yankees as non-roster depth. He doesn’t have three years of MLB service time or a previous career outright, meaning he wouldn’t have the right to elect free agency. |
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Post by jiminy on Jan 29, 2024 17:15:07 GMT -5
Jon Heyman: Mets are pursuing lefty relievers, and one they have been targeting is Wandy Peralta, who had a sub 3 ERA all three years with the Yankees
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Post by chiyankee on Jan 29, 2024 17:36:25 GMT -5
Yankees Designate Diego Castillo For Assignment www.mlbtraderumors.com/The Yankees announced that they have claimed left-hander Matt Gage off waivers, a move which was reported on earlier today. Infielder/outfielder Diego Castillo was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Castillo, 26, has had his name on many transactions over the past few years. An amateur signing of the Yankees, he was traded to the Pirates as part of the 2021 Clay Holmes deal. He was traded to the Diamondbacks after the 2022 season and spent the 2023 campaign with that club. But he was designated for assignment last month, going to the Mets and then Yankees on waiver claims. Now he’s been designated for assignment for the third time in just over a month. He doesn’t have a ton of power but generally fares well at the plate apart from that. Last year, he took 556 trips to the plate at Triple-A, hitting just three home runs. But he drew walks in 17.4% of those plate appearances while striking out at just a 14.2% clip. His .313/.431/.410 batting line translated to a 117 wRC+, indicating he was 17% better than league average overall. His work in the majors hasn’t been as impressive, with Castillo hitting .205/.250/.380 in his 284 plate appearances for a wRC+ of 71. Defensively, Castillo is capable of moving around quite a bit. He’s spent time at all four infield positions, the outfield corners and has even made a couple of mop-up appearances on the mound. He also has a bit of speed, having stolen 13 bases in Triple-A last year, the third time he’s reached double digits in the minors. This winter, it seems he has fallen into a bucket of being just good enough to intrigue clubs but not quite good enough to hold a roster spot for very long. The Yanks will now have one week to trade him or pass him through waivers. He still has one option remaining. Between that, his plate discipline and defensive versatility, he may find himself on the move yet again in the coming days. If he were to pass through waivers unclaimed, he would stick with the Yankees as non-roster depth. He doesn’t have three years of MLB service time or a previous career outright, meaning he wouldn’t have the right to elect free agency. Yankees continue to shuffle chairs at the bottom of the 40 man roster. |
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Post by jiminy on Feb 1, 2024 12:04:13 GMT -5
Mike King's replacement for 2024:
New York Daily News | Gary Phillips: Jonathan Loáisiga is one of the best relievers in MLB when he’s hot. However, the problem comes when his health gets in the way of him being at his best. One of the solutions that we may come to see is him pitching a little longer during games, which may seem a bit counterintuitive, but Matt Blake and Aaron Boone may give it a shot.
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Post by inger on Feb 1, 2024 13:25:39 GMT -5
Mike King's replacement for 2024: New York Daily News | Gary Phillips: Jonathan Loáisiga is one of the best relievers in MLB when he’s hot. However, the problem comes when his health gets in the way of him being at his best. One of the solutions that we may come to see is him pitching a little longer during games, which may seem a bit counterintuitive, but Matt Blake and Aaron Boone may give it a shot. So I we’ll probably see the same rules King had. No working two days in a row… |
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Post by jiminy on Feb 1, 2024 13:40:45 GMT -5
Yankees counting on Jonathan Loaisiga’s talent but fan base skeptical pinstripesnation.com/yankees-counting-on-jonathan-loaisiga-talent-but-fan-base-skeptical-2024-02-01/Following Michael King’s trade, the Yankees are confronted with a void in their bullpen. The task of filling his versatile “Swiss Army Knife” role poses challenges, but pitching coach Matt Blake is considering alternatives, with an interesting twist involving Jonathan Loáisiga. While injuries have marked Jonathan Loaisiga’s career, his undeniable talent presents an intriguing option. Blake envisions a potential transition for him into a role similar to King’s, where he can pitch multiple innings, providing length and stability. This wouldn’t be unfamiliar territory for the 29-year-old. In 2021, he pitched at least two innings in 10 games, achieving career highs in appearances and innings pitched. Jonathan Loaisiga even experimented as a starter earlier in his career. However, concerns linger. Jonathan Loaisiga hasn’t surpassed two innings since September 2022, and his overall workload has been constrained by injuries. Over the past two seasons, he hasn’t thrown even 30 pitches in a game. In September, Aaron Boone mentioned Jonathan Loaisiga’s seasons, noting that they have consistently faced interruptions. Boone praised Loáisiga, stating that when he is performing well, he is exceptional due to his efficiency, great stuff, and ability to retire both left- and right-handed hitters. Boone highlighted Jonathan Loaisiga’s versatility, expressing that he can go for more than one inning and fill various roles, including closing out a game or handling crucial situations. According to Boone, when the pitcher is in top form, there may not be many better pitchers in the league. Is Jonathan Loaisiga the perfect replacement for King? Not necessarily. However, the Yankees are exploring inventive solutions to harness his talent while safeguarding his health. Similar to how they managed King’s workload in 2023, imposing restrictions could be pivotal. The Yankees haven’t reached a definitive decision yet. They are actively exploring various avenues, with Jonathan Loaisiga’s potential transformation offering a captivating, albeit risky, prospect. Whether he embraces the challenge or the team pursues an alternative solution, one thing remains evident: securing a multi-inning weapon is pivotal for fortifying their bullpen in the upcoming 2024 season. Yankees pin hope on Jonathan Loaisiga but fans aren’t convinced Fresh from the disappointment of missing the playoffs in 2023, the New York Yankees are resolute in their quest to reclaim championship glory. While the acquisition of Juan Soto and Trent Grisham was a significant offseason move, it came at the cost of sending ace Michael King to San Diego. Now, the Yankees are considering Jonathan Loaisiga as a potential replacement, a decision that has stirred skepticism among fans. King’s versatility as a starter and multi-inning reliever made him a vital asset, leaving a substantial void to fill. Yankees insider Gary Phillips identified Jonathan Loaisiga as a potential solution, but this news was met with a wave of pessimism from fans on social media. The source of their concerns lies in Jonathan Loaisiga’s injury history. Fans point to his struggles to stay healthy even in single-inning outings, expressing fears that an increased workload could exacerbate the issue. Some have even injected humor into their skepticism, questioning if he can remain on the field, let alone pitch multiple innings. However, with the relief pitcher market offering limited options, the Yankees may be facing constraints. Veteran targets like Wandy Peralta (now with San Diego) and Hector Neris (signed with Chicago) are no longer available. So, is Jonathan Loaisiga the solution? While he undeniably possesses talent, the lingering question about his ability to stay healthy remains. The Yankees are actively exploring their alternatives, and Jonathan Loaisiga’s potential, though accompanied by risks, may provide a viable solution. Whether he rises to the occasion or the search continues, one thing is evident: securing a multi-inning weapon is imperative for the Yankees as they aim for success in the 2024 season. |
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Post by jiminy on Feb 1, 2024 13:42:37 GMT -5
During the “Talkin’ Yanks” podcast, Aaron Boone acknowledged the Padres’ success in the trade, particularly in securing Michael King. He revealed that initial negotiations aimed to retain King, but eventually, they relented for the opportunity to acquire Juan Soto.
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Post by jiminy on Feb 1, 2024 13:45:38 GMT -5
"They're gonna miss him" - MLB analyst Andy Martino opens up about Yankees missing out on Wandy Peralta, trusting their system to create another closer.
"The Yankees wanted him. They're gonna miss him. They offered him multiple years, but someone offered him four."
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Post by jiminy on Feb 1, 2024 14:23:49 GMT -5
Yankeesource: The Yankees passed on Neris and Peralta (both deals looked affordable for the Yankees). It's probably a good idea to limit optimism in the Yankees spending more $ before spring training.
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Post by posadafan24 on Feb 1, 2024 16:50:41 GMT -5
Yankeesource: The Yankees passed on Neris and Peralta (both deals looked affordable for the Yankees). It's probably a good idea to limit optimism in the Yankees spending more $ before spring training. Its also a good idea to limit expectations in regards to the bullpen as well . Not saying it will be a problem but imo its foolish to think everything will be as good as last year with so many question marks . |
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Post by rizzuto on Feb 1, 2024 19:26:47 GMT -5
Yankeesource: The Yankees passed on Neris and Peralta (both deals looked affordable for the Yankees). It's probably a good idea to limit optimism in the Yankees spending more $ before spring training. Knowing the Yankees, they've got Jake Bauers throwing bullpens right now, trying to unlock a hidden reliever.  |
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Post by fwclipper51 on Feb 1, 2024 19:28:32 GMT -5
Yankeesource: The Yankees passed on Neris and Peralta (both deals looked affordable for the Yankees). It's probably a good idea to limit optimism in the Yankees spending more $ before spring training. Knowing the Yankees, they've got Jake Bauers throwing bullpens right now, trying to unlock a hidden reliever. Did they get permission from his current MLB team, the Brewers to do this? Clipper |
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Post by posadafan24 on Feb 1, 2024 20:47:03 GMT -5
Yankeesource: The Yankees passed on Neris and Peralta (both deals looked affordable for the Yankees). It's probably a good idea to limit optimism in the Yankees spending more $ before spring training. Knowing the Yankees, they've got Jake Bauers throwing bullpens right now, trying to unlock a hidden reliever. [ Yankees were one of 15 teams at synderguard’s work out |
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