YANKS PLAY CATCH-UP WITH MOELLER

 
When the Yankees shelled out $56 million in guaranteed contracts to two catchers, Jorge Posada and Jose Molina, this offseason, they figured they were assured veteran leadership and a solid bat would occupy the real estate behind home plate. The... [link]

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The Official Site of The New York Yankees: News: Moeller called up, makes Yanks debut

ST. PETERSBURG -- Chad Moeller saw parts of the Yankees' nationally televised game against the Red Sox on Sunday, but he missed the moments when Jose Molina limped off the field. Thus, when his telephone rang in Durham, N.C., and the ...
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Moeller catches on with hit in debut

With Jorge Posada still nursing his strained right shoulder and Jose Molina sidelined with a left hamstring injury, Chad Moeller was 1-for-4 with a run scored in the Yankees' 8-7 win over the Rays.
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Piazza Coming To The Bronx?

Up until the last few days, Yankees' GM Brian Cashman has often resisted the temptation of putting Mike Piazza in pinstripes. But with his current catching situation (and don't forget prospect Francisco Cervelli is still out with a broken wrist) and ...
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Curt Schilling Wants to Pitch for Yankees

According to his shoulder surgeon, Curt Schilling would like to play for the Bronx Bombers.
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Should Yanks Consider Other Catching Options?

Buster Olney wonders whether Jorge Posada will have to spend most of the season DHing, and at the same time his backup Jose Molina may be DL-bound . Sure, the Yankees could just make do with internal options until Molina returns in a few weeks. But it's also possible that Brian Cashman will look for outside help. Trade possibilities include Bengie Molina , Ramon ...
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