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Andy Pettitte still deciding
Bob Klapisch makes a case for why Andy Pettitte might feel insulted by the Yanks' approximately $10 million offer: This is hardly a subtle crossroad: Pettitte is deeply conflicted between his affection for the Yankees and the fact that, after...
Pettitte may have another offer
fannation.com — It's been a mystery to many why veteran left-hander Andy Pettitte hasn't taken the Yankees' $10-million offer. But... here could be a clue as to why he hasn't: Pettitte's people apparently are telling folks he has a $36-million, three-year ... (more) Pettitte may have another offer
Hot Stove Rumblings on Cameron, Pettitte and Manny
Hot Stove Rumblings on Cameron, Pettitte and Manny
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Just How Much of an Upgrade Are CC Sabathia and AJ Burnett?
Just How Much of an Upgrade Are CC Sabathia and AJ Burnett?
beyondtheboxscore.com — In 2008, the Yankees were 7th in the AL in runs scored, 8th in ERA, and 25th... in baseball in defensive efficiency. So how do the Yankees choose to solve these problems? By throwing $250 million at the top two free agent starters on the market.  ... (more) Just How Much of an Upgrade Are CC Sabathia and AJ Burnett?
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Another starter in the works?
Fanster.com — ... Andy Pettitte (4.54 ERA) An extremely-well paid #4 starter - $16m! - he's another one in line for a severe pay-cut. Still, last year was his first with an ERA+ below 100 and the Yankees have offered him around $10m. ...

Another starter in the works?
AZ Snakepit — ... Andy Pettitte (4.54 ERA) An extremely-well paid #4 starter - $16m! - he's another one in line for a severe pay-cut. Still, last year was his first with an ERA+ below 100 and the Yankees have offered him around $10m. ...

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