yankees.lhblogs.com - 7/1/2009
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Both Joe Girardi and Brian Cashman were quick to say yesterday that Eric Hinske can play first base, third base, right field and left field.
They are correct in the sense that he has played those positions in the past. But as far as third base goes, he should not.
Hinske has played 68 ...
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--An executive from a team that had Hinske
said: "If the Yanks think he can play third
base one time a week for A-Rod, they are crazy. He stinks there." --Hinske cleared waivers two weeks ago, which means any team,...
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Hinske to see time at 3B
The Yankee Universe —
... noted that Hinske could play 3B while Duncan could not—so, for those wondering why Shelley didn’t get the nod, now you know. It’s all about 3B and A-Rod. Ultimately, Hinske looks to be A-Rod’s regular backup with Cody Ransom, who is hitting .200 and is not a good defender, slowly fading out of the 3B picture (he’ll likely fill-in at SS and 2B).
Already, though, there is some question as to how good Hinske can be at 3B.
For instance, from Peter Abraham, we have the following:
Both Joe Girardi and Brian Cashman ...
Game 77. Mariners @ Yanks.
Nationalsportsreview.com Blogs —
... this season after last year’s lineup roulette. But it could be time to get somebody else behind A-Rod.
Posada is 5th tonight but probably only because of Washburn, a lefty. Hopefully Girardi keeps Jorge 5th and notes what’s going on.
Yesterday I wondered about Hinske filling in at 3rd to give A-Rod a day off. Thought it might not be a bad option (power-wise) but did wonder about Hinske not playing much 3B since 2004.
Pete Abraham has more on that. Uh oh. There could be trouble here.
Game 77. Mariners @ Yanks.
The Sommer Frieze —
... this season after last year’s lineup roulette. But it could be time to get somebody else behind A-Rod.
Posada is 5th tonight but probably only because of Washburn, a lefty. Hopefully Girardi keeps Jorge 5th and notes what’s going on.
Yesterday I wondered about Hinske filling in at 3rd to give A-Rod a day off. Thought it might not be a bad option (power-wise) but did wonder about Hinske not playing much 3B since 2004.
Pete Abraham has more on that. Uh oh. There could be trouble here.
Roster News and Notes
Fack Youk —
... Many in the blogosphere have pointed out the Hinske has played just 132 innings at third over the past five seasons, and has not been particularly graceful at the hot corner. Still, I'd expect to see him see time there soon, particularly when the Yanks get to the turf in Minnesota next week. All he has to do is run into one at the plate to make up for a few errors. ...
Yankees Latest Trade
BASEBALL HOT CORNER —
... blockbuster: Marte and Nady for Ohlendorf, Tabata and Karstens. Here's the deal, the Yanks send two low-level, anonymous prospects to the Pirates for a guy who was AL rookie of the year in 2002 (Now, I remember) and is making $1.4 million in 2009. The numbers tell an ominous story. Where do we go from here? Let's snatch a report from the Yankees' beat: "Said one exec to Joel Sherman for his blog:: “If the Yanks think he can play third base one time a week for A-Rod, they are crazy. He stinks ...
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Zell's Pinstripe Blog —
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Another snoozer for Joba / It’s amazing what two days off can do
Hinske at the hot corner? / Quick Hits: Yankee Stadium, Mariano, Halsey
Sweet home ...
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baseballmusings.com 6/30/2009 — The Yankees traded two minor leaguers to the Pirates for Eric Hinske :
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digitalsportsdaily.com 6/30/2009 —
The Yankees acquired veteran utilityman Eric Hinske on Tuesday from the Pirates in exchange for two Minor Leaguers, right-hander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer.
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duelingcouches.blogspot.com 6/30/2009 — "Eric Hinske has been acquired by the New York Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates for a pair of minor leaguers. Pittsburgh will receive right-hander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer for the utilityman. In addition, the Pirates will give the Yankees cash. The 31-year-old Hinske hit ...
Yanks deal for Eric Hinske
nydailynews.com 6/30/2009 — The Yankees added an insurance policy to their roster today, acquiring Eric Hinske in a trade with the Pirates.
Pittsburgh will receive minor league righthander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer. Hinske, who turns 32 in August, can play ...
Yankees Trade For Eric Hinske
mlb.fanhouse.com 6/30/2009 — by Tom Fornelli When the St. Louis Cardinals traded for Mark DeRosa over the weekend it was basically the start of teams swapping players before the July 31st trade deadline. Traditionally teams wait for one big domino to fall before they start ...
Eric Hinske traded to the Yankees
whygavs.com 7/1/2009 — I have to run to a seminar, but DK is reporting that the Pirates shipped Eric Hinske to the Yankees this morning for Eric Fryer and Casey Erickson , with Garret Jones replacing Hinske in Pittsburgh (minor league stats at the links). I'll try to add ...
Eric Hinske traded to the Yankees
buccofans.com 6/30/2009 — The Pittsburgh Pirates have traded Eric Hinske to the New York Yankees for two prospects, and have called up Garrett Jones from AAA. B.U.C.C.O. Fans.com breaks down the deal, including a look at Jones.
Rivera gets first career RBI- and 500th save —
Newsday.com - Mets 7/1/2009
Those fans left in the sellout crowd of 41,315 at Citi Field last night for the ninth inning of the final game of the Subway Series saw something truly amazing, something you could never have predicted when Mariano Rivera joined the Yankees as a ...
Rivera gets first career RBI- and 500th save —
Newsday.com - Yankees 7/1/2009
Those fans left in the sellout crowd of 41,315 at Citi Field last night for the ninth inning of the final game of the Subway Series saw something truly amazing, something you could never have predicted when Mariano Rivera joined the Yankees as a ...
MONEY BALL —
NY Post: Sports 7/1/2009
> If only the Yankees could dominate the Red Sox the way they do Sports Illustrated's top-50 list of highest-paid athletes. The Yankees have five of the top 50 - and two in the top 10 -- in all of sports, the most of any team. Alex ...
