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Rotation Depth is a Must
Rotation Depth is a Must
Last offseason, we got a complete overhaul of the pitching rotation. After the debacle of the 2004-2008 rotations, it was clear that the Yanks needed some help. So, Brian Cashman took advantage of a strong pitching market and went out and got C.C. Sabathia and A.J. Burnett for the rotation. The ...
2010 Top 50 Free Agents
mlbtraderumors.com — It's time for the fourth annual MLB Trade Rumors Top 50 Free Agents list! The entire list... of available free agents can be found here. (more) 2010 Top 50 Free Agents
MLB Execs Think Lackey Is Coming To New York
MLB Execs Think Lackey Is Coming To New York
metsmerizedonline.com — According to an article by Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com , a recent survey polled 20 MLB executives... (general managers, assistant GMs, etc.) on a number of topics, including where they believe free agent pitcher John Lackey will sign. They also revealed their thoughts on the possible length ... (more) MLB Execs Think Lackey Is Coming To New York
New York Yankees looking at John Lackey - MLB - SI.com
New York Yankees looking at John Lackey - MLB - SI.com
sportsillustrated.cnn.com — CHICAGO -- The world champion Yankees have top free-agent pitcher John Lackey on their free-agent shopping list,... sources said. The Yankees aren't expected to be as aggressive this winter on the free market as last offseason and they haven't firmed up ... (more) New York Yankees looking at John Lackey - MLB - SI.com
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