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Post by domeplease on Feb 22, 2021 17:51:12 GMT -5
mlb.nbcsports.com/2021/02/20/cleveland-indians-shane-bieber-in-camp-after-covid-19-quarantine/SHOULD WE HAVE TRADED FOR HIM??? Bieber took part in non-throwing, fielding practice on his first day. The Indians will have their first full-squad workout on Sunday. Dominant during the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Bieber led the majors with eight wins, a 1.63 ERA and 122 strikeouts, a rare Triple Crown for pitchers. Bieber will be expected to carry the load again this season as the Indians try to get back to the postseason after making it as a wild card in 2020. Cleveland has one of the AL’s best starting staffs, led by Bieber, who is 34-14 in three major league seasons. There’s still room for Bieber to grow and improve. Francona doesn’t see any reason that won’t happen.
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Post by chiyankee on Feb 22, 2021 19:24:38 GMT -5
T-Clip is going to pitch forever.
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Post by rizzuto on Feb 23, 2021 6:07:41 GMT -5
T-Clip is going to pitch forever. He’s over two years younger than Darren O’Day...still a puppy! |
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Post by rizzuto on Feb 23, 2021 8:14:55 GMT -5
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Post by rizzuto on Feb 23, 2021 8:28:11 GMT -5
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Post by rizzuto on Feb 23, 2021 8:28:44 GMT -5
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Post by rizzuto on Feb 23, 2021 8:50:57 GMT -5
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Post by inger on Feb 23, 2021 9:44:45 GMT -5
Thanks Rizz. That was a solid string of good articles...
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Post by kaybli on Feb 23, 2021 17:56:37 GMT -5
Yankees finalize deals for Brett Gardner, Justin Wilson
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Brett Gardner and the New York Yankees have finalized a $5.15 million, one-year contract for the outfielder to return for a 14th season. New York also finalized its deal with left-hander Justin Wilson on Tuesday that also could be worth $5.15 million for two seasons. Both deals are likely to be worth $4 million for one season but had complicated structures that could lower their 2021 evaluation for the luxury tax. To clear roster spots, right-hander Luis Severino was put on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from Tommy John surgery last Feb. 27, and outfielder Greg Allen was designated for assignment. Gardner gets a $1 million signing bonus and a $1.85 million salary this year. His agreement includes a $2.3 million player option for 2022. If Gardner declines the option, the Yankees would have a $7.15 million option for 2022 with a $1.15 million buyout.
Wilson's deal includes a $2.85 million salary this year and a $2.3 million player option for 2022 that, if exercised, would trigger a conditional 2023 club option for that year's minimum plus $500,000. He would have the chance to earn $500,000 in performance bonuses in 2023 based on games: $100,000 for 40 and each additional five through 60.
If Wilson's 2022 player option is declined, the Yankees could exercise a 2022 club option for $7.15 million with a $1.15 million buyout.
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Post by inger on Feb 23, 2021 21:40:45 GMT -5
Yankees finalize deals for Brett Gardner, Justin Wilson
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Brett Gardner and the New York Yankees have finalized a $5.15 million, one-year contract for the outfielder to return for a 14th season. New York also finalized its deal with left-hander Justin Wilson on Tuesday that also could be worth $5.15 million for two seasons. Both deals are likely to be worth $4 million for one season but had complicated structures that could lower their 2021 evaluation for the luxury tax. To clear roster spots, right-hander Luis Severino was put on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from Tommy John surgery last Feb. 27, and outfielder Greg Allen was designated for assignment. Gardner gets a $1 million signing bonus and a $1.85 million salary this year. His agreement includes a $2.3 million player option for 2022. If Gardner declines the option, the Yankees would have a $7.15 million option for 2022 with a $1.15 million buyout.
Wilson's deal includes a $2.85 million salary this year and a $2.3 million player option for 2022 that, if exercised, would trigger a conditional 2023 club option for that year's minimum plus $500,000. He would have the chance to earn $500,000 in performance bonuses in 2023 based on games: $100,000 for 40 and each additional five through 60.
If Wilson's 2022 player option is declined, the Yankees could exercise a 2022 club option for $7.15 million with a $1.15 million buyout.
Got all that?
Well, that’s it for Greg Allen. At least you can tell your grandkids you were once a Yankee. So the battle for 5th of is down to Tauchman or Jay Bruce. The case for Tauchman: Speed, plays all three of positions well. Has a good hose on his shoulder. 2019 stats. 2020 was a pandemic season that hurt many players performance. The case for Bruce: Huge power vs. RHP Bruce only has one goal, to hit the ball over the wall. That may be enough. What I would do: This is not easy in any way. I dig Tauchman. I’d hate to see him go to a division rival. I dig home runs, too. What to do. I’m not going to decide yet. I want to see if Tauchman is showing pop in ST. A complete player would be better than a guy who is not aging well. I’d rather have 2019 Tauchman. If I see any sign of that player, he’s on my team... |
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Post by rizzuto on Feb 24, 2021 5:14:25 GMT -5
Yankees finalize deals for Brett Gardner, Justin Wilson
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Brett Gardner and the New York Yankees have finalized a $5.15 million, one-year contract for the outfielder to return for a 14th season. New York also finalized its deal with left-hander Justin Wilson on Tuesday that also could be worth $5.15 million for two seasons. Both deals are likely to be worth $4 million for one season but had complicated structures that could lower their 2021 evaluation for the luxury tax. To clear roster spots, right-hander Luis Severino was put on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from Tommy John surgery last Feb. 27, and outfielder Greg Allen was designated for assignment. Gardner gets a $1 million signing bonus and a $1.85 million salary this year. His agreement includes a $2.3 million player option for 2022. If Gardner declines the option, the Yankees would have a $7.15 million option for 2022 with a $1.15 million buyout.
Wilson's deal includes a $2.85 million salary this year and a $2.3 million player option for 2022 that, if exercised, would trigger a conditional 2023 club option for that year's minimum plus $500,000. He would have the chance to earn $500,000 in performance bonuses in 2023 based on games: $100,000 for 40 and each additional five through 60.
If Wilson's 2022 player option is declined, the Yankees could exercise a 2022 club option for $7.15 million with a $1.15 million buyout.
Got all that?
Well, that’s it for Greg Allen. At least you can tell your grandkids you were once a Yankee. So the battle for 5th of is down to Tauchman or Jay Bruce. The case for Tauchman: Speed, plays all three of positions well. Has a good hose on his shoulder. 2019 stats. 2020 was a pandemic season that hurt many players performance. The case for Bruce: Huge power vs. RHP Bruce only has one goal, to hit the ball over the wall. That may be enough. What I would do: This is not easy in any way. I dig Tauchman. I’d hate to see him go to a division rival. I dig home runs, too. What to do. I’m not going to decide yet. I want to see if Tauchman is showing pop in ST. A complete player would be better than a guy who is not aging well. I’d rather have 2019 Tauchman. If I see any sign of that player, he’s on my team... The Yankees have proven that they like what Tauchman offers. From Cashman’s recent statements regarding other teams’ interest in Tauchman, the Yankees have a potential trade chip if he’s on the team. As a starter, I would think Bruce will only interest teams with a DH, as I suspect his days as an everyday outfielder are probably over. As a power bat off the bench, however, Bruce has potential value for the Yankees, especially if he can play first base, which Bruce has a handful of times (50+ games). If one accepts the premises above, then Bruce’s competition won’t be with Tauchman but with lefty batters Mike Ford and Derek Dietrich, who is a natural infielder that has played every defensive position at the major league level at least once except center, short, and catcher. If Dietrich AND Bruce impress, Tyler Wade’s spot in the majors could possibly - but not probably - be threatened, as LeMahieu could play shortstop in a pinch. Though DJ has played SS on only four occasions in the majors, he played shortstop at LSU for 37 games in 2008 and 37 games in 2009 before being drafted by the Cubs as a second baseman. |
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Post by inger on Feb 24, 2021 8:27:48 GMT -5
Well, that’s it for Greg Allen. At least you can tell your grandkids you were once a Yankee. So the battle for 5th of is down to Tauchman or Jay Bruce. The case for Tauchman: Speed, plays all three of positions well. Has a good hose on his shoulder. 2019 stats. 2020 was a pandemic season that hurt many players performance. The case for Bruce: Huge power vs. RHP Bruce only has one goal, to hit the ball over the wall. That may be enough. What I would do: This is not easy in any way. I dig Tauchman. I’d hate to see him go to a division rival. I dig home runs, too. What to do. I’m not going to decide yet. I want to see if Tauchman is showing pop in ST. A complete player would be better than a guy who is not aging well. I’d rather have 2019 Tauchman. If I see any sign of that player, he’s on my team... The Yankees have proven that they like what Tauchman offers. From Cashman’s recent statements regarding other teams’ interest in Tauchman, the Yankees have a potential trade chip if he’s on the team. As a starter, I would think Bruce will only interest teams with a DH, as I suspect his days as an everyday outfielder are probably over. As a power bat off the bench, however, Bruce has potential value for the Yankees, especially if he can play first base, which Bruce has a handful of times (50+ games). If one accepts the premises above, then Bruce’s competition won’t be with Tauchman but with lefty batters Mike Ford and Derek Dietrich, who is a natural infielder that has played every defensive position at the major league level at least once except center, short, and catcher. If Dietrich AND Bruce impress, Tyler Wade’s spot in the majors could possibly - but not probably - be threatened, as LeMahieu could play shortstop in a pinch. Though DJ has played SS on only four occasions in the majors, he played shortstop at LSU for 37 games in 2008 and 37 games in 2009 before being drafted by the Cubs as a second baseman. I actually considered that “if Bruce could play first base” scenario, but got lazy and never checked to see if Bruce had played there before. Good play on a ball I let go off the end of my glove. The thing about great teams is that the least interesting players on the roster become the most interesting in spring training, right? |
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Post by rizzuto on Feb 24, 2021 10:44:59 GMT -5
The Yankees have proven that they like what Tauchman offers. From Cashman’s recent statements regarding other teams’ interest in Tauchman, the Yankees have a potential trade chip if he’s on the team. As a starter, I would think Bruce will only interest teams with a DH, as I suspect his days as an everyday outfielder are probably over. As a power bat off the bench, however, Bruce has potential value for the Yankees, especially if he can play first base, which Bruce has a handful of times (50+ games). If one accepts the premises above, then Bruce’s competition won’t be with Tauchman but with lefty batters Mike Ford and Derek Dietrich, who is a natural infielder that has played every defensive position at the major league level at least once except center, short, and catcher. If Dietrich AND Bruce impress, Tyler Wade’s spot in the majors could possibly - but not probably - be threatened, as LeMahieu could play shortstop in a pinch. Though DJ has played SS on only four occasions in the majors, he played shortstop at LSU for 37 games in 2008 and 37 games in 2009 before being drafted by the Cubs as a second baseman. I actually considered that “if Bruce could play first base” scenario, but got lazy and never checked to see if Bruce had played there before. Good play on a ball I let go off the end of my glove. The thing about great teams is that the least interesting players on the roster become the most interesting in spring training, right? That’s true. I remember being upset the Yankees let go of Torreyes. He always seemed to make a play in the field or a get a base hit at opportune times. Toe was also a bit of a mascot that the other Yankees rallied around when he was in the game and loved being around on the bench. The guy was a role player who was ecstatic just to be there. There was some energy lost when he left. Luis Sojo kind of guys are important in a 162 game season. |
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Post by inger on Feb 24, 2021 13:08:05 GMT -5
I actually considered that “if Bruce could play first base” scenario, but got lazy and never checked to see if Bruce had played there before. Good play on a ball I let go off the end of my glove. The thing about great teams is that the least interesting players on the roster become the most interesting in spring training, right? That’s true. I remember being upset the Yankees let go of Torreyes. He always seemed to make a play in the field or a get a base hit at opportune times. Toe was also a bit of a mascot that the other Yankees rallied around when he was in the game and loved being around on the bench. The guy was a role player who was ecstatic just to be there. There was some energy lost when he left. Luis Sojo kind of guys are important in a 162 game season. I think that worked both ways. The team also motivated the Toe... |
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Post by chiyankee on Mar 4, 2021 7:36:19 GMT -5
Jackie Bradley Jr. is trading Samuel Adams for Miller Beer. That's not a good deal.
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